My budgie has dark red under its eye. Is it blood? What should I do?

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• Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on June 17th, 2018

  I would have to examine him better, but this appears to be a little bruise. The skin around the eye is very delicate and is easily bruised. This often happens when they are playing with solid toys.
  
  There's nothing that needs to be done for this. Just observe it for now. It should start to look normal in about a week. If it seems to be getting worse, or is not getting better within a week, then I would reccomend taking him to the vet for an evaluation.
  
  I hope that helps and Peko gets better soon.

  

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• Answered By Todd Cecil

  Veterinarian

  Published on October 15th, 2019

  Thanks for reaching out about Sky and including photos. The lesion can not be identified in the pictures but a trauma or infection are most likely. It could have been a small squabble with the female also so watch for continued aggression.
  Monitor appetite and activity and if the redness persists, a veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a treatment plan.
  Good luck.

  

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