02/02/2025
🦜AVIAN FLU 🦜🦜PRECAUTIONS🦜
PROTECT YOUR FIDS
In Florida and other areas this come from a friend I thought may be something you may need to know
Crow reported that two eaglets from the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam, who died within two days of each other, tested positive for avian influenza. Wild birds can be carriers of the virus and survive, but domestic poultry and parrots are much more vulnerable.
Given my situation, living with over 40 parrots, running a business that involves hands on work with parrots, and volunteering at a parrot rescue, I’ll be making significant lifestyle changes to protect my birds. I urge you to do the same. The avian flu can be fatal for your pet parrots and poultry.
Here are some precautionary steps I recommend:
If possible, move your birds inside to keep them away from wild birds and their p**p. If indoor housing isn’t an option, ensure your aviaries are securely enclosed to prevent any contact with wild birds.
Wash your hands and feet thoroughly after handling your birds or being in any area where wild birds might have been.
Never wear the same shoes or clothing from areas where you feed chickens or interact with wild birds into spaces where your pet birds live.
STOP FEEDING WILD BIRDS ON YOUR PROPERTY this is attracting them to your property. This reduces the risk of possible exposure.
Clean and disinfect all trimming equipment, cages, and any surfaces that might come into contact with wild birds or their droppings.
And most importantly keep a close eye on your birds for any signs of illness, including lethargy, coughing, or abnormal behavior, and go to your vet immediately if anything seems off. I am not able to test for avian influenza as I am with the disease testing I normally provide.
While these precautions might seem inconvenient, they are necessary for the health and safety of your
