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My new parakeet has crooked toes and bald patches. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

hi, i just got her today. first, her toes are crooked. and second, i see "bald" patches on her especially below the wing. thanks!

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on August 29th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about your parakeet and including photos. The feet deformities are likely developmental problems but could also have an underlying viral etiology. Same for the feather loss. A veterinary visit could help with some diagnostics but keep this bird separated from other, if viral could be contagious. Good luck.

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