Drunk Peacock

[4denise]

I have wild peacocks, peahens and babies. The babies are about 2-3 months old. Don't know if they are male or female. Since yesterday 1 of them have been walking around like it's drunk. Stumbles, sits to eat drink. Any thoughts? I know NOTHING about these birds.

 

[Midnightman14]

Are there alot of fermented fruits or grains that it can get to? They'll fruit that's started to ferment and it can get them drunk but it could also be disease or injury.

 

[new 2 pfowl]

I'd say the pea health experts don't have enough info yet to tell what is wrong with this peababy. How much is it eating and drinking? Is it pooping and what does the poop look like? Poop pictures are very helpful. Are its wings drooping? Eyes open? Looking like its having any troubles breathing?

The best thing would likely be to catch it, examine it, post pictures here, and keep it separated from the other peas until you know what's wrong.

You say "I have wild peacocks" and "I know nothing about these birds" - it isn't quite clear in your post, are they your birds?

 

[drumstick diva]

are they getting into any moldy food -?

 

[new 2 pfowl]

This wonderful thread by our Resident Pea Health Queen @casportpony may also be helpful:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/...ergency-and-supportive-care-updated-8-17-2016

 

[casportpony]

I have wild peacocks, peahens and babies. The babies are about 2-3 months old. Don't know if they are male or female. Since yesterday 1 of them have been walking around like it's drunk. Stumbles, sits to eat drink. Any thoughts? I know NOTHING about these birds.

Welcome to BYC! I don't want to scare you, but it could be something very serious. Can you take the sick one to a vet?

-Kathy