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The trachea mite

I regularly hear from fanciers that their birds make a grinding, squeaking or cracking sound. It's an irritating sound — and it certainly says something about the bird's health. Experienced enthusiasts know what to do; for everyone else here is an explanation.
The symptoms are clearly visible and observable. The bird will, among other things:

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