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Is my budgie egg-bound? How to confirm and what should I do now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Female | 7 months and 3 days old | 0.01 lbs

Doctors how can I confirm egg binding can I send the photo of my budgie

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on September 8th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Pie and including photos. The only way to confirm egg-binding is through radiographs. Birds lay their eggs usually prior to dawn, so if still has an egg, it is egg binding. A veterinary visit is highly recommended, now. This is an medical emergency. Provide heat support in the 80-85 F range, Placed cage in a steamy bathroom for 10-15 minutes. If this does not work, see your veterinarian. Good luck.

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