Hello all,
Today, while I was letting my lovies out, I discovered that Zelda (as attached) has a dried scab on his beak - likely due to some fighting that may have occurred with his mate.
This is indicated by several nip marks on his feet.
I am aware that the beak is a sensitive part of the lovebird with many nerves/blood vessels. As per the images attached, it appears that blood initially leaked from the wound,
formed formed a blood "bubble" and clotted resulting in the current scab.
To me, this looks like something that could heal naturally over time but I would like another's opinion as it currently does not look to be a life-threatening injury.
Beyond this, he seems fine and remains very active - demonstrated by flights around my room. Additionally there seems to be nothing wrong with current dietary intake.
For the time-being, I have separated him from his mate until I can come to a better conclusion.
Thank you
Today, while I was letting my lovies out, I discovered that Zelda (as attached) has a dried scab on his beak - likely due to some fighting that may have occurred with his mate.
This is indicated by several nip marks on his feet.
I am aware that the beak is a sensitive part of the lovebird with many nerves/blood vessels. As per the images attached, it appears that blood initially leaked from the wound,
formed formed a blood "bubble" and clotted resulting in the current scab.
To me, this looks like something that could heal naturally over time but I would like another's opinion as it currently does not look to be a life-threatening injury.
Beyond this, he seems fine and remains very active - demonstrated by flights around my room. Additionally there seems to be nothing wrong with current dietary intake.
For the time-being, I have separated him from his mate until I can come to a better conclusion.
Thank you
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