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Re: Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers
Posted by GreenLady on 1/18/10

On 1/17/10, De wrote:
> I need help with my male Eclectus that bites off his
> feathers, yes bites, not pulls. Any suggestions on why he
> is doing this? thanks, De

De, feather destruction is a problem that plagues many birds
and there isn't one simple reason why this happens.
Since you say he is a male, this could be a hormonal issue
whereby he is coming into breeding mode. This can happen
whether or not he has a mate. If this is the case, it may
very well be temporary.

Some birds will destroy feathers if they are bored or do not
have enough stimulation with toys and such.

Another factor could be a dietary issue should he not be
receiving a quality and balanced diet. Dietary needs of
Eclectus are a bit different from other birds. They really
do require lots of vegetables, greens, legumes, seed and some
pellets. They require higher volumes of vitamin A foods.

Of course this could be a health issue also, and only a trip
to your avian vet could determine if it is.

If you are truly concerned and his is fed well, has plenty of
stimulus, you might consider the wellness check at the vet.

Good luck.

Posts on this thread, including this one

• Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers, 1/17/10, by De .
• Re: Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers, 1/17/10, by LunchLady.
• Re: Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers, 1/18/10, by GreenLady.
• Re: Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers, 1/24/10, by Michael.
• Re: Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers, 1/24/10, by De.
• Re: Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers, 1/24/10, by De.
• Re: Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers, 5/02/10, by Nk.
• Re: Eclectus that is biting off his chest feathers, 9/10/11, by Nan K.