Health & WellbeingMy budgie who i got around two weeks ago is acting a bit weird. She's all fluffed up, all the time and shes eating a LOT. Up until now, she ate a moderate amount but now, she keeps going back to the food dish with only like two minute intervals betwe
In the second image, she definitely looks unthrifty and ill. Without a physical exam though, it is difficult to say for sure what is going on with her. If you can, transition from an all seed diet to a pelleted diet which is more balanced. Brands include Harrison's, Lafeber, Pretty Bird or KayTee Exact. You can still offer a small amount of a fortified seed mix as well as fresh fruits and vegetables to round out the diet.
Updated on August 12th, 2025