Why does my bird kick her baby chick out of the nest? How to stop?

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Hi there, my bird has laid four eggs, two of which have hatched so far. However, she sometimes kicks the smaller chick out of the nest. Why does the happen and how can I stop it? Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 3 months old

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Sky. Mother birds sometime can reject babies due to stress or illness. Mother birds can sense the baby is ill or not worth the energy expenditure to raise. The baby might need to be removed or assisted in feeding, for it to survive. Providing heat support might give support but is not a cure. Good luck.

Why does my bird kick her baby chick out of the nest? How to stop?

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