Is Beak Pealing Normal in Parrots?
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by Heike Ewing Ott I've seen a lot of questions come in over the years asking if beak pealing is normal in parrots. This is something that is seen when the bird gets a bit past the baby stage. The beak continues to grow throughout a parrot's life, so it is constantly changing. Anyway, below is the answer to the beak pealing question. |
As long as we're talking about beaks, I'll mention the peeling thing again. The beak grows in layers, and as a new layer grows in underneath, the "dead" layer changes color slightly, and normally is rubbed off during the activities that it endures in the wild. The "peeling" is normal, but I have seen one or two instances of the "dead" layer getting caught, resulting in minor damage to the beak. So, you can file the edges smooth with a regular nail file or emery board, and that should take care of it.
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