My Eclectus parrot has gray down. Is it normal? Will it change color?

As far as I can see from the photo, the feathers look normal and healthy. Some color change and darkening of feathers is normal, and the feathers may continue to change somewhat until Pa Pa reaches maturity. Molts can also change feather color some as old feathers fall out and new ones come in. If he is otherwise healthy, normal, and active, I wouldn't be worried. If the feathers change rapidly, fall out, seem bothersome, or you notice any signs of illness in addition to the changes, scheduling a checkup with your local vet to rule out any health issues is always the best course of action.

Thanks for adding in a photo! From the photo, it looks like Meenu might be molting! This is normal in all birds, and happens when they replace their old feathers with new ones. Baby birds will also have a molt as they reach adulthood, losing their soft downy feathers (the wispy ones in the picture) and replacing them with their adult feathers. It is very normal for colors to change somewhat during a molt as brighter colors come in, and the feathers may fade some with time as well. As long as Meenu is otherwise healthy and happy, it isn't anything to be worried about. To see if your bird is growing in new feathers you can look for pin feathers (small like needle-like things poking out of the skin). Making sure Meenu is on a healthy balanced diet can help make sure she has a good molt and grows in healthy new feathers.

This problem is quite rare indeed. There are two different causes. Genetic: there could be a genetic base for it, so no need to be worried about it as it is completely normal. Such birds are often referred to as " Kings "or "King Greys". This type of Greys are quite rare indeed. Feather disease: it could be indication of damaged feather follicles and medication ( antibiotics at the time a bird is molting) can sometimes re-establish normal color. The third cause could be general sickness, malnutrition or over-supplementation, or liver disease or kidney problems. As you can see there are many different causes possible. So the approach should start from a physical examination at your local vet and feather testing to determine any abnormality. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

It may be a genetic condition that is no cause for concern as long as he is behaving normally otherwise. Other possibilities include trauma, infection or nutritional deficiency while the feathers were growing. You would need to have Pupi physically examined by your veterinarian or an experienced avian vet to diagnose any of these conditions.

Since you asked this question twice, I am reposting my answer here to make sure it gets to you! Yes, this is very normal as long as Sonu is otherwise healthy and active. Loss of down feathers is normal throughout the year, and you may see an increase if your bird is molting or getting his adult feathers in. (This typically happens 1-2 times a year). Some white stuff on them can just be normal dander that is present with feathers. However if Sonu seems very itchy, irritated, new feathers aren't growing in, or you see wounds or redness on the skin, it could indicate other issues such as parasites or infection that should be treated. A mite spray from your local pet store can help treat any external parasites, while a visit to your vet is best if you notice any redness or visible injury. Making sure Sonu is on a balanced diet can also help ensure new feathers grow in and he stays healthy.

The grey covering is a sheath that is on new or developing feathers. His skin looks irritated which may be due to parasites or infection. Ideally, he should be examined by your veterinarian or an experienced avian veterinarian. Clean and sanitize the cage, bowls, perches and toys. Discard anything that cannot be sanitized. Transition him to s commercial pelleted diet such as Harrison's, Lafeber, Exxact or Pretty Bird. You can supplement with a small amount of a fortified seed mix as well as with fresh vegetables and fruits.

Some color variation is normal among birds, and if he is a young bird he may have some feather color changes as he ages. A little "white stuff" or dander is normal in birds, however if you are seeing things stuck to his skin, visible wounds, problems with the feather shape, redness, itching, etc then it could indicate something else such as an infection or parasites which should be treated. Making sure that he is kept on a balanced diet can also help ensure his feather coloration stays bright and any new feathers grow in healthy.