Syd is sleepy

[T00tsyd]

Here in the UK we are 'enjoying' very hot temperatures for us so would this make Syd more dozy than usual? In between he seems cheerful and energetic and he is moulting and hormonal.

He usually has 12 hours under a dark cover in a quiet room so is this just a weather thing?

 

[SailBoat]

First you are NOT in the natural hormonal time of year. Add higher than normal temperature and it is understandable Syd is likely sleeper than normal.
But, keep a close eye as you well know that it 'can' be a sign of illness.

 

[AmyMyBlueFront]

First you are NOT in the natural hormonal time of year. Add higher than normal temperature and it is understandable Syd is likely sleeper than normal.
But, keep a close eye as you well know that it 'can' be a sign of illness.

'Boats you could be on to something my friend,as I posted about Amy being a little PITA also. ( Pain in the ARM)
Could be weather related I guess. Yesterday and today are absolutely gorgeous with temps in the low 80's and minimal humidity (instead of the high 90's low 100's that it has been for a week or two) I know I was cranky!


Jim

 

[T00tsyd]

Everything else looks good. I say hormonal because he is nippy and being VERY friendly/excited with one of his toys for the last week!

 

[Scott]

My flock tends to be more irritable with reduced energy when the temp and humidity spike.

 

[T00tsyd]

Yes I think you are confirming my thoughts. Thanks all!

 

[Skittys_Daddy]

One thing I would add is sleep pattern. Has anything changed? If their sleep is disturbed this can be a reason.

Nevertheless, its always good to be diligent and keep an eye on things. Especially weight and droppings, those are among the best indicators of illness.

I'd also make sure that Syd has easy access to plenty of water and maybe offer a 'misting' or bath to keep cool or cool off. Maybe even a small fan (running at room temp, NOT A/C) blowing near but not directly on Syd.


It would seem to be though that its likely due to the temp/humidity spike thats hitting much of the world. While that is 'likely' the reason, keep an eye on Syd just in case. Plus, heatstroke CAN affect parrots as well even though they are 'tropical' birds.

 

[T00tsyd]

One thing I would add is sleep pattern. Has anything changed? If their sleep is disturbed this can be a reason.

Nevertheless, its always good to be diligent and keep an eye on things. Especially weight and droppings, those are among the best indicators of illness.

I'd also make sure that Syd has easy access to plenty of water and maybe offer a 'misting' or bath to keep cool or cool off. Maybe even a small fan (running at room temp, NOT A/C) blowing near but not directly on Syd.


It would seem to be though that its likely due to the temp/humidity spike thats hitting much of the world. While that is 'likely' the reason, keep an eye on Syd just in case. Plus, heatstroke CAN affect parrots as well even though they are 'tropical' birds.

Ah yes. There have been some really long overnight storms with thunder and lightening. Perhaps his beauty sleep has been interrupted. I have listened for him in case he got frightened but didn't hear a thing but he must have been awake just as I was.

 

[SailBoat]

Plus, heatstroke CAN affect parrots as well even though they are 'tropical' birds.

This is an excellent point!
Our Companion Parrots have adjusted to the much narrower band of temperature in which Humans enjoy. When the outside weather pushes far from that temperature band, our Parrots feel the effect as much as we do, possible more. This because it take longer for them to adjust (gain or lose feathers).

I tend to follow Humidity levels closer than temperature as it has a greater effect on breathing. The higher humidity, breathing becomes more labored and with low humidity, the drying of the airways and Air Sacks occurs.

Remember that we are watching the relative humidity as it follows the air temperature. This requires a linked devise that measures both separately and adjusts the relative humidity based on temperature.

 

[RamonM]

Make sure the fan does not blow directly on him.

If he’s fluffed up shivering, take him to the vet immediately.

Offer him baths.

Here Coco shows how it’s done [emoji3]

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[Skittys_Daddy]

@Sailboat Exactly, Not only does it take them long to acclimate, but they have MUCH more delicate respiratory systems than humans.

I'm rather fortunate in that regard, well, sort of. lol. I, myself, have a very sensitive respiratory system so it works out for Skitty and I.

 

[T00tsyd]

Syd is back to his normal self today. I think he was sleep deprived after the night-time thunder storms.

 

[Skittys_Daddy]

Great to hear! Storms would do it! lol.

 

[RamonM]

Yay Syd!


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