Diseased Bird: Sick Pine Siskin
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On February 8, 2025, I observed a seemingly sick Pine Siskin at my backyard feeder. It stayed at the feeder much longer than its flock, seemed tired and lethargic and its feathers were unusually ruffled. It let me come very close (about 1 foot) and I observed very rapid breathing. I am suspecting Salmonella and will immediately take in my feeders and clean them thoroughly.
Categories: Sick behavior
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Please try to catch this bird and take it to a wildlife center. I have multiple birds that look like this at my feeder, and I have never taken them down. Many have recovered.