Why Is My Bird Sitting at the Bottom of the Cage?
If you’ve ever walked past your bird cage and noticed your bird huddled at the bottom, tucked into a corner, sitting still with puffed-up feathers, you’re not alone. Many pet parents panic when they see this. And rightly so — because it usually means something’s not right.
At LIPA, we care not just about feeding birds but helping you understand them better. This simple behavior of sitting low and quiet can be your bird's way of asking for help.
What Could Be Happening?
Birds are prey animals. In the wild, they hide any signs of weakness as a survival instinct. So when they finally let down that guard and sit quietly in the corner, it often means the illness has progressed. It might be something internal like a digestive issue, a respiratory infection, or even something as serious as egg-binding in female birds. Stress can also play a major role, especially if the environment is noisy, crowded, or uncomfortable.
Other Signs to Watch Out For
Alongside this behavior, you may notice other subtle signals like fluffed-up feathers all day, closing eyes too often, or avoiding movement. Some birds will lose interest in food, while others may produce droppings that look abnormal. These small shifts in behavior are easy to miss, but critical to catch early.
What Should You Do?
First, don’t panic — but act fast. Give your bird a quiet, warm environment. Reduce noise, keep the cage clean, and make sure fresh water and easy-to-eat food like soaked seeds or millet are accessible. If other birds share the cage, isolate the sick one temporarily.
But most importantly, contact a vet. Birds can decline quickly, and professional help is often the difference between recovery and something worse.
Can Natural Support Help?
Absolutely. Once your bird is stabilized and eating, gentle herbal support can help in recovery. At LIPA, we’ve created natural blends using moringa for immunity, chamomile for calmness, mint and basil for digestion, and neem for anti-bacterial support. These ingredients are safe for birds and inspired by nature’s healing power.
Be Proactive, Not Reactive
Clean living spaces, fresh air, diverse food, and regular observation go a long way. A bird sitting at the bottom of the cage is never “lazy” — it's trying to tell you something. Be the friend who listens early.
Because here at LIPA, we don’t just care about bird food. We care about bird health.
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