My bird might be injured - Please help me out

[FarahP]

About a week ago, I went to this market where they sell birds because I wanted to buy them and free them. The guy showed me two birds who were sick (some sort of a fever/flu problem) and I bought them as well, because they were quite ruthless with them and I wanted to make sure they became better so I could release them later on. At that point, both could not fly properly.

Now, about a week later, the white one seems absolutely fine and is extremely playful, he flies all over the cage (it is a big cage). But the yellow one is still not fine. Today, she fell twice on her back and was unable to get up on her own. I noticed that there was something wrong with her wing (even though the bird seller said their wings were fine). I don't really know what to make of it as I have absolutely no experience in taking care of birds, and this is my first time.

I took some pictures of it to show you guys, and was hoping that you could help me out in healing it .

 

[Grenage]

I don't suppose you can get to a vet sharpish?

 

[JerseyWendy]

Hello FarahP, thank you for trying to rescue the birds.

Your budgie's right wing literally looks butchered. If you have an avian vet nearby, I would strongly recommend you take him there as soon as possible.

I truly hope for a happy ending here.

 

[U2gal]

Both wings look broken

 

[Grinder]

FarahP, it is wonderful that you have taken these birds in and are trying to help them heal, but (and I hate to dampen any good will you are offering these birds) if you release these birds they will most likely not survive on their own and fall victim to a predator bird. Please think about this before releasing them.

 

[MissTaz]

:17:Oh my gosh that is so sad!! I almost cried!!!:17: Who would do that do a sweet bird!! That makes me so mad !! But at least you have stepped in to help them. I hope you can take them to an Avian Vet soon. Good luck and keep us posted.

 

[Tibu_John]

FarahP, it is wonderful that you have taken these birds in and are trying to help them heal, but (and I hate to dampen any good will you are offering these birds) if you release these birds they will most likely not survive on their own and fall victim to a predator bird. Please think about this before releasing them.

That is exactly what i was thinking.. they are not going to survive themselves if you let them out.

 

[forbey]

Most of these birds are bred in captivity in conditions far from the upbringing they would have in the wild. We've bred, and cross-bred, our little friends to the point that they seldom have any remaining survival instincts.

For me to dream about buying hookbills for the purpose of releasing them into the wild would be nothing more than to provide snacks for the predator in our region, both birds and mammals.

Skittles, my little Blue Fonted Amazon buddy, is part of our family; however, he has been cagebound and domesticated to the point that if I released him out the front door, he would end up either cat food or hawk food.

I don't believe anyone hear thinks anything less than admiration for your intentions; however, you might seek the advice of local experts regarding releasing them into the wild.

Best of luck with the little one(s).

Forbey

 

[Parro]

Grey782163 is right, this can become a serious issue, but my opinion is that not to make you feel wrong about what your doing, you are saving a birds life. And that is a good thing, but what I think users are trying to say is that you should research and think about a chance the birds will survive in the wild. Because budgies are very small birds and many predators chase them. Be very cautious thinking. This is a question that determines life or death to your poor birds.



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In memories of Anastasia :bluewhite:

 

[Peeker]

I hope you can get this little bird in to the vets. In all honesty it doesn't sound good. Venders will often lie to you and it may not be a flu related thing at all. The bird may or may not survive and it could potentially also be contaigious with something that could sicken the other birds you have. Please be careful in bringing obviously sick birds into your home. I can tell you have a big heart and I understand you are only trying to help this poor creature.

Even healthy looking birds need to have a vet appointment when purchased and be quarantined away from other birds to be sure the bird is healthy and will not pass on potentially serious diseases to the rest of the flock. Since a healthy bird can be hiding illness, an obliviously sick bird must be vetted ASAP.

Birds that are raised as pets to be dependent on humans usually will not survive in the wild. They do not the skills needed to make it out there. Also they are not in their native environments and the bright colors make them easy targets for predators.

Many of us rescue birds but know that vet care can be very expensive and the bird will need to remain in our care for it's entire lifetime.

 

[Kalidasa]

Maybe you could find homes for the healthy ones? Not trying to be redundant, but as everyone has said, those little guys won't survive on their own. It's not like an animated movie where they say, "YAY! I'm free!". In fact, they live extremely short, painful lives...maybe a day or two, and then die painful terrifying deaths, usually end up ripped apart by another bird or cat. It's not pretty.

 

[BillsBirds]

Even if predators did not get them, where do you think they'd find food? This is such a stupid, cruel idea. And suggesting going to an Avian vet...does anyone really think this person is going to spend that kind of money on these birds?

 

[Grinder]

Even if predators did not get them, where do you think they'd find food? This is such a stupid, cruel idea. And suggesting going to an Avian vet...does anyone really think this person is going to spend that kind of money on these birds?

Whether a cruel and/or stupid idea and if this person takes the birds to an avian vet or not, we are trying to be constructive and point this person in the right direction without throwing insults or accusations around. I even thought about the fact that this person could be trolling since I honestly couldn't believe the OP thought those wings could ever be 'fine' regardless of what the seller told them. Since I don't know that for sure I'd rather give them sound advice and possibly teach them something.

 

[JerseyWendy]

Even if predators did not get them, where do you think they'd find food? This is such a stupid, cruel idea. And suggesting going to an Avian vet...does anyone really think this person is going to spend that kind of money on these birds?

In a perfect world? Yes!

I truly think the poster wants to help these birds and not harm them.

 

[forbey]

It takes a special type of person to buy, adopt, rescue (or steal) an animal that is in a rotten situation. If you think little birds are tough, plenty of people adopt HORSES to get them out of bad situations. It isn't STUPID, it isn't REDICULOUS!

It IS unfortunate that some think so.

Again, while I questioned the act of freeing domesticated animals, I, in no way, believe that the desire to act on this type of situation is anything but honorable.

As for the little one with the bad wings. It is possible that this bird can be made comfortable and life a long flightless life in a home where it will be cared for and loved. With any luck the wings can be repaired, if not, a beak and feet will work just fine.

You might let us know if there are vet costs that are incurred. Some of us might be willing to help out.

Forbey

 

[Kalidasa]

^^^i agree with wendy....The posters heart was in the right place. I've seen this particular "hustle" in the open markets of Greece. Cages full of sparrows and such, and people buy them out of pity and let them go. Or do it for "good luck". Or eat them. When I was 12, I saw this in an open air market, cages full of sparrows, and when the dude wasn't looking, I opened them all, and they all got out, and I took off running. they were wild sparrows, but budgies are an entirely different matter. They'll die right off. Crows especially love to kill and eat budgies, and they're like cats, they "play" with them for a while first. It's horrible. And crows live everywhere.

 

[Mayden]

Anyone think the birds foot looks a bit out of shape too?

Your bird needs a vet as soon as possible. He's mutilated and probably in an awful lot of pain too. Take them to an avian vet... or even a regular vet will be better than nothing right now.

Birds are sensitive creatures but they can be very hardy when it comes to disabilities too. Bad legs, bad wings, beak injuries etc, they can get by it with some proper care and attention - so don't give up on the poor mite.

But please don't do this again either - you're funding the guy who has buys in such horrible conditions to do it all over again. You're going to be seriously out of pocket, probably with heartbreak included and this guy will be laughing all the way home.

Unless you know exactly what you're getting in to, please just let someone else take them on instead.

Good luck, please please please get him to a vet asap. (and your other lot too!)

 

[Kalidasa]

^^^ yes, it's looks at an unnatural angle in both pics, but especially the first one. That poor little guy!

 

[crimson]

Even if predators did not get them, where do you think they'd find food? This is such a stupid, cruel idea. And suggesting going to an Avian vet...does anyone really think this person is going to spend that kind of money on these birds?

Isn't that why we come on this forum, to discuss,share and find better solutions??
and if this person chooses to spend their money on these birds, it's their decision. this person has guts, to buy these birds in those conditions takes a special soul, and beyond a kind heart, not thinking of themselves at the moment, but thinking solely of the birds best interests. whether they thought this through or not is not important right now, we need to give good constructive advice where it is needed.
they could not look at those birds and turn their back on them, I'm not so sure I could either.
the only thing I'm against is what Mayden said best....when you buy birds from places like that, you are only supporting them.

 

[BillsBirds]

They bought the birds to set them free! The sick ones, to make them better and set them free! I stand by what I said! Read what they said! Their heart is not in the right place. There is nothing right about this whole situation. They are not equipped to, or intent on, helping these birds. Those poor birds are as much in danger as they ever were.