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its_prolly_fine@sh.itjust.works 3 weeks agoBirds have very delicate aie sacs. For small birds like that constricting them can seriously damage them and cause issues breathing.
Lyrl@lemm.ee 3 weeks ago
I think they lack a diaphragm. It was weird reading in my cockatiel care books that some handling on the neck was fine, but even small pressure to their chest could prevent them from breathing.
its_prolly_fine@sh.itjust.works 3 weeks ago
That is correct. :)