What Happened to Lemons Missing Flight Feathers?
Hello Catherine and Mitch,
Thank you for all you do for the birds.
I have reached out to you before. My concern is my male parakeet Lemon who is almost seven.
How Birds Replace Their Feathers: Understanding Molting
Introduction: What is Molt, and Why Does It Matter?
Birds rely on their feathers for flying, staying warm, and even communicating with each other.
But feathers don’t last forever. Over time, they wear out, break, or fade, so birds need to replace them regularly. This process is called molt.
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How to Help Your Feathered Friend Through Molting Madness
Molting. It’s that magical time of year when your bird transforms from a fluffy, fabulous creature into a feathery mess. It’s like their version of a bad hair day, but it lasts for weeks.
What’s the Difference Between Feather Preening, Plucking and Molting?
What is a feather?
It’s a product of the protein known as Keratin and comes in three flavors: contour, sensory, and down feathers.
Feathers perform far more services for birds than you probably ever thought. (more…)
