Avian polyomavirus infection
Avian polyomavirus is a viral disease that primarily kills young birds, causing acute death, abdominal swelling, hemorrhage, and abnormal feather development. In budgerigars it is the cause of budgerigar fledgling disease. Older birds may become infected without obvious illness but can shed virus.
Quick facts
- Type:
- Infectious
- Typical onset:
- Acute
- Body systems:
- Multisystemic, Integumentary
- Affected species:
- BUDGERIGAR, COCKATIEL, PARROT
Sources & references
- Merck Veterinary Manual — Covers avian polyomavirus as a cause of acute death and feather abnormalities in young psittacines, including budgerigar fledgling disease.
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