Socalguy
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What feathers need to be clipped so Ziggy cannot fly?
Clipped Wings
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SilverSage
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Even a clipped bird can fly away. If you clip a bird short enough that they have no flight they will likely injure themselves severely when they try to fly and hit the ground.
If you do clip, there are several methods and even those can depend on the species, age, and other factors.
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If you do clip, there are several methods and even those can depend on the species, age, and other factors.
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When I get Nike clipped I make sure that she can still fly but not get lift (in the house). Some people do a very radical clip which makes the bird totally dependent on you and will allow the bird to fall.....bad IMO.
Here's some instructions.
http://www.brisbanebirdvet.com.au/P...t/pdf/BBV_Procedure-for-Correct-Wing-Clip.pdf
Here's some instructions.
http://www.brisbanebirdvet.com.au/P...t/pdf/BBV_Procedure-for-Correct-Wing-Clip.pdf
FlyBirdiesFly
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Why do you want to clip Ziggy’s wings? Flight is important for a bird’s health. If you absolutely need to clip, only trim the first few feathers so the bird can still fly. Again, I do not recommend clipping at all unless absolutely necessary for the bird’s safety.
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