A roundworm infection is caused by an ingestion of the eggs or larvae of any type of nematode by your bird. This can be by direct bird to bird transmission, or through an intermediate host. Roundworm eggs are passed out through the feces of infected birds, where they can infect healthy birds.
How do birds get worms?
Birds can get worms by adding new perches, natural foraging toys, new cage mates and even from their owners.
What are the symptoms of worms in birds?
Symptoms of Worm Infestation Depending on the type of worm and species of birds affected, birds may show malabsorption, diarrhoea, vomiting, blood in the droppings or poor health.
How do you get rid of parasites in birds?
Treatment with ivermectin or moxidectin, combined with pyrethrin sprays, is usually effective. It is vital that the environment also be treated eg the nest box should be sprayed with a safe residual insecticide such as Coopex®, Cisilin® or Avian Insect Liquidator®.
Can birds pass worms to humans?
Psittacosis (also known as ornithosis) is a disease caused by the bacterium Chlamydia psittaci, carried by birds. Humans most commonly catch the disease by inhaling dust containing feathers, secretions and droppings from infected birds.
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