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Why is my bird vomiting digested food? Is it a serious health concern?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | African Grey | Female | 8 days old

I noticed today my bird vomited two times. Is it's okay ? The food looks digested and not in big chunks or anything like that . Why is it vomiting ?

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on July 20th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Bulbul. Is this bird only 8 days old? Regurgitation is not normal, but could be due to over-feeding, a crop infection or impaction, sub-optimal husbandry, viral diseases, and other. Older birds are more likely to have eaten a foreign body, something toxic, metabolic diseases, and others. If continues to regurgitate, a veterinary visit is recommended. Good luck.

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