Baby budgie with deformed beak- Sad Update Post #4

[clarousel]

Hi guys,

My dad is currently hand feeding a chick that fell out of the nest. I noticed its beak is pointing upwards - could this be a sign of a deformed beak?

He has a few adult budgies with deformed beaks in the aviary.

If yes, what can be done to fix it or would it be something that it will have to live with?

 

[Mybluebird]

Could it be a genetic defect? You said there are others with a deformed beak. I have read others who have baby budgies with deformed beaks gently repositioning the beak during feeding. Personally, before doing that I'd want a vet to show me how and if it was recommended for the particular deformity in the baby.

 

[kayosa]

The best way to deal with this is ask a vet. Then prevent more babies being born by keeping an eye on the ones with deformities and switching out any eggs they lay. Please don’t breed unhealthy birds.

 

[clarousel]

Unfortunately, the baby died earlier today. Not too sure why as it could be many reasons. Thank you for the advice though, I appreciate it.

 

[expressmailtome]

I am sorry for your loss.

 

[Greylady1966]

I'm so sorry.