Blackbird losing feathers

[Teresa]

This blackbird is losing his feathers rapidly (over the last two months, said the owner of the garden he lives in). I'm told he feeds himself ok and his behaviour is normal, and he's not been seen to be pecked on. Could this be itch mite, or is it something more serious? He does look a sad sight.





And this is the same bird last year:

[Charis]

I'll bet it is mites. Poor bird. That makes me feel so bad.

[Teresa]

Many thanks, Charis, I'll pass the message on. It's encouraging that this person showed concern for the bird. I hope I can talk him into taking action.

[Charis]

Me too....

[spirit wings]

Originally Posted by Teresa

Many thanks, Charis, I'll pass the message on. It's encouraging that this person showed concern for the bird. I hope I can talk him into taking action.

do you think he can catch it? if not what else can he do? I think the bird has mites too. they may beable to use this in the enviroment also.
http://www.allbirdproducts.com/newpr...iquidator.html

[Teresa]

Thank you, Spirit Wings.
I don't know for sure if he can catch it, but if the bird has been in his garden for over a year he must be nesting there. I'd recommended him a product of the type you posted a link to, and asked him to, if possible, spray the bird and the nest area. I'll give him the link now.

[maryjane]

Couldn't diatomaceous earth help in this case? If his nest could be found maybe?

[plamenh]

I sincerely hope is not something like my poor Pooh!
http://www.pigeons.biz/forums/f6/my-...rds-26964.html
There is a danger of Hypothermia and loosing ability to fly if this condition continues.