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March 31, 2010 at 8:43 am #17003
Andrew
Keymaster

Birds often carry ticks, especially ticks that attach to the skin around the eyes, bill, and head. These areas are difficult for the bird to preen, and the ticks find a safe haven. Ticks drop off birds when the ticks are finished “feeding.”” There is no long term effect on the bird.”