Why are my bird's beak and legs white and scaly? Is he in pain?

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Do you know why his beak and legs are this way ?? all white and scaly i need to know what treats this and if he’s in pain ?What is this diagnosis called ? Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Male

David Darvishian · Accepted Answer

Hello and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This appears to be a problem caused by mites, called scaly mites. This can also be a nutritional problem or other type of skin infection. Please have Blue seen by a veterinarian who sees birds and is experienced. A physical exam and possibly some tests (skin scrape, cytology) will determine the cause and treatment can be started. Mites in birds are often treated with a drug called ivermectin or similar. Sometimes antibiotics are given if there is evidence of a bacterial infection also. Good luck with Blue! I hope y’all get a speedy recovery.

Why are my bird's beak and legs white and scaly? Is he in pain?

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