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Post by tuchp on Apr 27, 2007 7:24:59 GMT -8
This house finch has been around my feeders this week. It actually looks like it is missing an eye. I guess it could be an injury that is severely swollen. Doesn't seem to be sick though - it's flying well and eats regularly at the feeder. Poor thing. -Pat  |
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Post by cwjury on Apr 27, 2007 20:05:51 GMT -8
Looks like house finch disease. Commen in house finches and occurs around the eye.
cliff
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Post by Gord on Apr 27, 2007 20:35:20 GMT -8
Yes, looks like avian pox. It can also get on the feet as well. Poor bird. Keep an eye on it and keep the feeders clean. The little hawks often catch these unfortunate birds fairly quickly which limits the time they have to possibly infect others.
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Post by deb&tony on Apr 27, 2007 21:52:28 GMT -8
Yes, avian pox is a nasty disease and wiped out a pair of our backyard towhees a few years ago. Very sad to watch the progression... I remember the female towhee literally stayed in one area and fed constantly as though she were starving. If you'd like more information, I've provided a link below: www.unbc.ca/nlui/wildlife_diseases_bc/avian_pox.htm |
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Post by tuchp on Apr 28, 2007 7:46:24 GMT -8
Oh yikes!! Thank-you all for informing me about this dreadful disease. I'll do some research to see which other birds are at risk and how contagious it is. And yes, my feeders are getting disinfected right away! - Pat
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Post by Flicker_Qs on May 21, 2007 17:24:50 GMT -8
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