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Why is my budgie sleeping too much and sitting on the cage floor?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hi Good morning One of my budgies is sleeping too much and is not active too much . Today is sitting at the floor and not moving just sleeping .

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 26th, 2019

Hi, and thanks for your question. This sign could be compatible with an infection(commonly respiratory or gastrointestinal). Lethargy may be caused by fever. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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