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My Quaker Parrot Speedo

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Question
My husband and I have this Quaker Parrot(Parakeet) named Speedo. My question is Why do we find loose feathers all over her cage and on top of the table she sits on.  

Answer
Alicia,

Birds do molt out their old feathers and grow new ones in. If however your bird is becoming bald then it's time for an avian veterinarian exam as this would be a symptom of illness.

I recommend that you continue to learn more about parrot care. My website has several links to excellent parrot resources for you to look at.

Jennifer
www.feathersandscales.com