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Sulphur-crested Cockatoo - suffering from Psittacine Beak-and-feather Disease. This is caused by a circovirus that can be transmitted by contact at feeding sites, during nesting time, etc
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Sulphur-crested Cockatoo - suffering from Psittacine Beak-and-feather Disease. This is caused by a circovirus that can be transmitted by contact at feeding sites, during nesting time, etc
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Sulphur-crested Cockatoo - suffering from Psittacine Beak-and-feather Disease
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. / Cockatoo
Cacatua galerita
This is caused by a circovirus that can be transmitted by contact at feeding sites, during nesting time, etc. It attacks the feather follicle and ultimately destroys its ability to produce feathers. Successive moults lead gradually to a total loss of plumage. The bird will finally die through inability to fly and thus find food. This bird shows symptoms of loss of ability to replace neck and crest feathers. Caused by a circovirus, PBFD affects many species of parrots (Psittacidae) and cockatoos (Cacatuidae). Widespread in northern and eastern Australia, New Guinea and nearby islands.
Eric Lindgren
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Feathers Gone Wild: The Cockatoo Edition!". In this hilarious snapshot, we witness the ultimate bad hair day for our feathered friend, the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo. This poor bird is suffering from Psittacine Beak-and-feather Disease (PBFD), caused by a mischievous circovirus that loves to wreak havoc on its plumage. With an expression of pure disbelief on its face, this cockatoo showcases a unique fashion statement - or lack thereof! Its neck and crest feathers have vanished into thin air, leaving it looking like a punk rocker who took styling tips from Edward Scissorhands. But let's not forget the seriousness behind this comical image. PBFD affects various parrot species and cockatoos across Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands. It attacks their feather follicles with such ferocity that they lose their ability to produce feathers altogether. As successive moults occur, these birds gradually become bald as an eggshell. Sadly, without their majestic plumage intact, these avian beauties struggle to fly and find food. So while we chuckle at this cockatoo's outrageous appearance today, let's also remember the importance of protecting them from PBFD transmission at feeding sites and during nesting time. Kudos to Eric Lindgren for capturing this unforgettable moment in Brisbane! And remember folks – no reproducing prints allowed; they're strictly for personal display purposes only.
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