If you own an Eclectus parrot you will find that from time to time your pet, for one reason or another, is not feeling perfectly well. It is a good idea to know the signs of a healthy bird so that in turn you will be able to tell when they are not so healthy.



Your Eclectus should be a lively, alert, sociable bird, but if you find his behaviour changing in any way then watch out. This could be a sign that he is unwell, or in pain, and in need of an urgent visit to the vet's.

A healthy Eclectus parrot has a dry nose and big bright eyes. If your parrot develops a moist or runny nose, he probably needs the care of a veterinarian. His eyes should be big and bright, but not watery or runny.

Now another thing that you should be aware of is your parrots eating habits. The Eclectus parrot loves his food, and sometimes can eat too much which can cause a weight problem! But if you discover your parrot has gone off his food, then this should set the alarm bells ringing.

Keep a regular check on your parrots vent, which is located just under the tail feathers. It should be clean and dry, but if for any reason you discover that it is not clean and dry, then this could indicate a problem and a visit to the vet's is recommended.

One indication that your Eclectus is healthy is that he will regularly groom himself. He should have nice smooth feathers and a generally smooth appearance, not ruffled. If his feathers do look a bit disheveled, or if the feathers just do not look particularly healthy, then you should consider a visit to the vet's.

Another thing that you must keep a check on is your parrots legs, feet and beak. Make sure that they look healthy and that they are not dry or cracked in any way. And while checking your parrots feet, take a look at the nails and if they need clipping then do so as this make life much pleasanter for them.

Let me say that just so long as your parrot is getting the correct minerals and nutrients that he needs, any health problem that he might develop should quickly right itself. Often all that is needed is a slight change in diet.

However, having said that, let me make it clear that you should always seek the advice of a trained veterinarian if you are at all concerned about your parrots health. They have a trained eye for detecting when all is not well, and you would not be acting as a responsible Eclectus owner if you ignored them.