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Parasitic infections in birds

Parasites can cause a variety of health problems in birds. Protozoan infections include giardiasis, which affects the intestinal tract, and trichomoniasis, a contagious infection that can spread between birds. Learn about parasitic infections in birds, including their symptoms, transmission, and treatment.
CONDITION BIRD Giardiasis in birds

Giardiasis is caused by infection with the protozoan Giardia. It lives in the intestinal tract of the bird after entering through the drinking water.

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CONDITION BIRD Trichomoniasis in birds

Trichomoniasis is contagious disease in birds, caused by the protozoan Trichomonas gallinae. It is transmitted through direct contact and therefore in birds, it can spread easily. Infection with this species of Thrichomona is exclusive to birds and cannot affect humans.

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