Would appreciate a reply :)

[Kslee]

I have read a lot about blood feathers but I'm confused on results and wanted answers on my own case just to be sure so i clicked the closest forum in hope I can get some answers. My cockatiels main wing feather that allows flight fell out when he was spooked and flew upwards. It was a blood feather and he had some blood in his wing but I don't know what to do or if I should be worried. It appears the bleeding has stopped but I'm just worried if doing nothing is okay.

 

[LSA]

@Mizzely can help!

 

[Kslee]

Thank you, I will check that out.

 

[Donna turner]

Umm, I don't have experience with blood feathers coming out but if it has stopped bleeding I would think the worst is over. I would check periodically to make sure. If it is still bleeding that's a problem. Kwikstop or if you don't have that, flour ,cornstarch can be put on it to stop it. If it's bad some pressure may be needed. It should be just fine as long as there's no bleeding

 

[Kslee]

Thank you so much, it doesn't appear to be bleeding but my bird won't let me get too close of a look. I will keep an eye on it and put on flour or cornstarch if bleeding continues.

 

[MommyBird]

If the bleeding has stopped you are probably ok.
Was the feather that fell out complete in that it also showed the pointy end where it goes under the skin? or was it broken? If it was complete you are very likely ok. If it was broken you should keep a good eye on it.

 

[Kslee]

The feather looks like it is completely out. With your answer and other people I think he is going to be okay. Thank you so much, I just didn't want to do the wrong thing even with back up research because of conflicting answers.

 

[LSA]

I will keep an eye on it and put on flour or cornstarch if bleeding continues.

Be careful using flour. Use cornstarch if you have a choice. Then invest in some styptic powder. KwikStop actually is best because in addition to an antibacterial agent, it has a mild anaesthetic.

 

[Kslee]

Thank you for the caution. This community Is very helpful. I hope I won't have to use anything as the bleeding has not continued.

 

[finchly]

I used to really worry about this, as tiels seems to lose blood feathers often (night frights and what have you). I find that it usually will stop on its own. We have styptic powder, styptic pencils, and a little container of flour just in case all in the bird room.

 

[Kslee]

Thank you. I'll take good caution from now on. I have been much more assured about my birds health with all of you kind people!

 

[Kslee]

I am new and didn't know how to edit my original post so I just wanted to say thanks for all your help and I believe I have resolved my issue .

 

[Kslee]

My cockatiel re-opened the wound today by attempting to fly with his poor wing. I feel bad for him but it isn't bleeding but we still are going to make a appointment with the vet to be safe. Thanks for all your help! You helped assure me my bird is going to be okay.