Web Directory

» Aspergillosis
   Describes the most common fungal infection in birds. Short discussion of the disease, particularly in parrots.
   http://www.multiscope.com/hotspot/aspergil.htm

» Avian Chlamydiosis
   Information on this bacterial disease, also called ornithosis in poultry and wildfowl, caused by Chlamydophila psittaci, and the diagnostic techniques used for identification of the agent.
   http://www.oie.int/eng/normes/mmanual/A_00105.htm

» Avian Cholera
   Information and news on this disease in wild bird populations, provided by the USGS National Wildlife Health Center.
   http://www.nwhc.usgs.gov/disease_information/avian_cholera/

» Avian Diseases Transmissible to Humans
   Describes types of diseases that do not pose a serious threat, but that pet and poultry owners should be aware of.
   http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/PS019

» Avian Gastric Yeast
   Formerly known as megabacteria, it grows in a narrow zone of the stomach and can infect poultry, companion, and wild birds.
   http://exoticpetvet.net/avian/yeast.html

» Avian Pox
   Learn more about this disease of the skin caused by infection with the avipoxvirus group of viruses. Can spread at bird feeders and through migratory flyways.
   http://www.unbc.ca/nlui/wildlife_diseases_bc/avian_pox.htm

» Avian Tuberculosis
   Article by a veterinarian on this serious problem that could affect both people and flocks of birds. Discusses diagnosis and treatment.
   http://www.internationalparrotletsociety.org/aviantb.html

» Candidiasis: Yeast Infections in Birds
   Information on this disease caused by the yeast Candida albicans, its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
   http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=15&cat=1829&articleid=3090

» Chlamydia Psittaci: (Parrot Fever) Infection in Companion Birds
   Doctor discusses this bacterial infection commonly known as psittacosis and contagious between psittacine species.
   http://www.parrottalk.com/chamydia-psittaci.htm

» Fowl Cholera
   Fowl cholera is a contagious bacterial disease that affects many types of domesticated and wild birds. Includes information on the signs, lesions, expected course, transmission, treatment and prevention.
   http://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/27_2738.htm

» House Finch Disease Survey
   Monitors the occurrence of mycoplasmal conjunctivitis, a disease that affects House Finches and other wild bird species in the United States and Canada. Describes the disease and how to recognize it.
   http://www.birds.cornell.edu/hofi/

» Improved Aviculture Management May Prevent Candidiasis in Birds
   Provides detail on Candida albicans, a fungus that can grow uncontrollably and impair respiration and feeding. Discusses management of this condition and the treatment for it.
   http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/VM031

» Infectious Diseases of Birds
   Provides information on the most common diseases seen in pet birds including viral, bacterial and fungal.
   http://www.santaclarapethospital.com/site/view/171508_AvianInfectiousDiseases.pml;jsessionid=w1ti657dbh2m

» Merck Veterinary Manual: Caged Birds
   Provides an index to a variety of avian diseases such as bacterial, mycotic, parasitic, and viral.
   http://www.merckvetmanual.com/mvm/index.jsp?cfile=htm/bc/toc_170300.htm

» Mycoplasmal Conjunctivitis in Wild Songbirds: The Spread of a New Contagious Disease in a Mobile Host Population
   Report about the disease, particularly affecting House Finches.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/EID/vol3no1/fischer2.htm

» Pacheco's Disease
   Caused by a group of psittacine herpesviruses. Article includes an overview, transmission, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
   http://www.avianbiotech.com/Diseases/Pachecos.htm

» Paramyxovirus in Pigeons
   Information from DEFRA on this notifiable disease, its clinical signs, factors which can lead to its spread, what to do if the disease is suspected and vaccination.
   http://www.defra.gov.uk/foodfarm/farmanimal/diseases/atoz/pigeons/index.htm

» Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease
   Article by a veterinarian about the viral disease that can affect all psittacine birds. Includes photos and links to related content.
   http://www.parrotsociety.org.au/articles/art_007.htm

» Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease Today
   Describes the viral infection that many species of birds are susceptible to.
   http://exoticpetvet.net/avian/pbfd.html

» Psittacosis
   Also known as chlamydiosis or chlamydia which can be passed from bird to human. Discusses transmission, diagnosis, and treatment of this dangerous disease.
   http://www.birdsnways.com/articles/psittico.htm

» Understanding Psittacosis
   Article discusses the symptoms, control, and treatment of what is also known as parrot fever, ornithosis, or chlamydiosis in birds.
   http://www.multiscope.com/hotspot/psittacosis.htm

» Veterinary Practice News - Treatments Recommended for Avian Respiratory Problems
   Article by Rebecca Sweat addresses bacterial infections and aspergillosis.
   http://www.veterinarypracticenews.com/vet-dept/avian-exotic-dept/avian-respiratory-problem-treatments.aspx