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Harley is dropping feathers. It is the dead of winter here in New Jersey and he has been eating fine, very active, singing has slowed down a bit, bathing regularly, I am confused. I thought they only molt in the summer months? He doesn't appear to be losing any wing or tail feathers, but definitely body feathers. Should I worry? I have been giving him winter greens and fruits regularly. I have had him for about 3 weeks now. Could he still be adjusting to new home? He is placed in the dining room, covered at 5:15 at night, uncovered about 7:00 am, there are ambient lights in the dining room that are left on, but his cover is black so I think that works as far as lighting disturbing him, the tv is on until about 11:00 pm in the living room, which is close to dining room, could that be playing a factor? Or should I not worry?

Hey there,
I just posted about this recently and was given some excellent advice. My Beaker is also molting, however I live in SoCal and we are having a VERY warm winter. We're talking bright sunshine, mid 80's every day. I just found out that both of my neighbor's cockatiels are also molting. So weird.

Sorry, here's the link to the post: http://finchforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=74&t=27378

Thanks for the read, Beaker's mom. I will continue to do as I have been as it seems I am doing all I can right now. I will watch and make sure things don't get any worse and Poe for the best. By the way... You say your in Southern CA. Where about? I was born and raised in San Diego. Moved here to New Jersey 15 years ago. I so miss CA. I visit every summer, my oldest son lives there as well as my entire family.

Yeah, I wouldn't worry too much…I did at first, and Beaker has pulled though just fine. I also lived in San Diego for a while…LOVE it there! But I'm from the Tustin/Irvine area. Pretty boring…lol, but I must admit I love the weather and proximity to things. But the traffic…hideous!