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Does a wing trim guarantee that a pet bird cannot fly away?

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  1. Yes, for the bird's whole life
  2. No, a clipped bird may still fly
  3. Only if one wing is trimmed

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References

  1. Merck Veterinary Manual, Management of Pet Birds www.merckvetmanual.com/exotic-and-laboratory-animals/pet-birds/management-of-pet-birds Checked 2026-10-11.

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