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I have a three zebra finches and one is the father of the two. Karl has a growth on his back, right above where his little hip would be, it started in the summer and I wasn't worried but now it seems to be bigger. He is about 7 years old, is acting fine, grooming, eating, drinking, normal poop, not aggressive. He can move and fly around perfectly fine and I was wondering what your opinion would be. It is very traumatic to try and take him to a vet. I live in the country and the closest bird vet is 45 minutes away. I do not believe he is suffering but if you believe it may be serious than I can try and take him. I do not want him to be suffering!
Thanks,
Samantha and Karl
It's hard to say what it may be. If it's hard getting to a vet then you may not want to bother, seven is old for a finch considering the average lifespan of a finch is 5-6 years. If it isn't bothering your birdie in any way I wouldn't worry about it too much.
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| Comment | Thank you. I wasn't aware that he was a ''senior''. I will keep an eye on him and if he starts to show pain then I will decide on something to do. | ||
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Megan
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For time's sake, I have made a FAQ site, http://finchfaqs.webs.com/. Please go there first to see if your question has been asked before. Note: the website is still under construction but the FAQ is up Please include the species of finch when asking me. It is easier for me to give you advice if I know what kind of finch I'm dealing with. Also, please include a picture of the bird if possible. Pictures are worth a thousand words after all. I an answer any questions on FINCHES NOT CANARIES. I know how to tell what pair will be good parents, bad parents, sociable with other finches, unsociable and anything else you may wish to know about your feathered friend. Please note: from now on anyone who emails me directly will be ignored. I am unsure how some questioners are getting my personal email address but I will no longer even look at these emails.
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