Bird Molting

The video tutorial by Jesse explains bird molting, a process where birds shed old feathers and grow new ones, similar to mammalian shedding. Molting typically occurs once or twice a year, and more frequent molting can indicate issues like poor diet, incorrect light cycles, stress, or feather plucking. Behavioral changes during molting vary by species, with some birds becoming grumpy, jumpy, or needy. The molting process involves new feathers growing from follicles, initially covered in a sheath, and requiring grooming. Proper care during molting includes providing humidity, being patient with mood swings, and avoiding excessive petting to prevent feather damage.

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