Blondie, a little parrot, brought sunshine into the lives of the Escobar family in Venezuela with his bright yellow feathers and curious nature. However, as he grew, they noticed his feather loss, and he was diagnosed with self-plucking due to stress. The family was determined to help him, and they found inspiration in Rhea, a naked bird who also suffered from feather loss due to psittacine beak and feather disease (PBFD). The story, first reported by The Dodo, details how the Escobar family learned to care for Blondie’s special needs by researching online and following Rhea’s story. Blondie’s family found ways to keep him entertained despite his inability to fly like he used to, and he enjoys exploring new toys and places while snuggling up in his favorite stuffed animals for warmth.
Although he may no longer have his signature yellow feathers, he continues to bring joy into the Escobar family’s lives, and they hope to raise awareness about PBFD and the importance of accepting and loving animals for who they are.
Blondie’s Instagram
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