06/09/2026
🦜 Bird Tips Tuesday: Feather Destructive Behavior 💖
Feather Destructive Behavior (FDB), often called plucking, affects countless companion birds and can be one of the most heartbreaking challenges bird caregivers face.
What many people don't realize is that plucking isn't always caused by poor care. Medical conditions, stress, anxiety, trauma, hormonal changes, environmental factors, and other challenges can all contribute. Sometimes, despite a caregiver's best efforts, there is no simple answer.
This week's Bird Tips Tuesday shares some ways you can help support a bird struggling with feather destruction and highlights the importance of working with an avian veterinarian.
Remember that a bird's worth is not measured by their feathers. Some of the sweetest, happiest, and most beloved birds I've known were little nudists.
➡ Swipe through to learn more, and feel free to share your own experiences in the comments.