Lice: trim feathers?

[SunAndDirt]

Possibly a very stupid question, but I found bug/eggs on a bird today! After the initial skeeve factor ended, I got to thinking, could I trim the shafts that contain the eggs? This would reduce the soon-to-be-hatched load.
Within reason, of course.

Otherwise, it's Sevin/DE/already administered Ivermectin a few days ago (it's an adopted trainwreck of a bird).

 

[dawg53]

I wouldnt cut feathers, might unknowingly cut a blood feather. Some folks use coconut oil to remove the eggs. You could give it a try if you wish.

 

[SunAndDirt]

Was worried about that, but prepared for the worst and was careful. (I am now one of my own clients; the person that asks for advice but refuses to listen)

Came out on top in the end though, only "had to" take a few and they were all very mature and dry. If anything, I'll sleep better


Thanks for your constant advice on this board, BTW! Your past posts have been extremely helpful since this bird came home!!