However, the most serious is called psittacosis. With this disease, an agent called Chlamydia psittaci causes it, and the disease is also called ornithosis. Birds can be asymptomatic carriers ...

adding that the birds would usually crowd around her stall to look for leftovers. ALSO READ: A plague of pigeons scaring away food stall customers According to health experts, psittacosis is ...

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Third, unlike many other birds, pigeons nest throughout the year ... symptoms that include confusion or changes in behaviour) and psittacosis (a bacterial infection with pneumonia-like condition).

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With the right care and attention, your bird can be a wonderful and loving companion for many years to come. Chlamydiosis, also known as psittacosis or parrot fever, is a bacterial infection that can ...

Health officials on Friday confirmed bird flu in a California child — the first reported case in a U.S. minor.