Dear XXXXXXXXX:
It sounds like what you may be describing is a condition called 'Scaley Face and Leg Mite' (Knemidokoptes). Here is a link to show you some pictures: http://www.justanswer.com/questions/277d9-bird-dOnt-know-type-commOnly
Your bird needs to see an avian veterinarian to be treated properly. Here is a link to help you find a vet: www.aav.org/vet-lookup.
These sites may offer financial aid if needed:
http://www.aahahelpingpets.org/home http://www.angels4animals.org/ http://www.carecredit.com/ http://www.all-creatures.org/gcm/help-cf.html http://www.help-a-pet.org/home.html http://www.imom.org/
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Thank-you,
Dr. Lisa
Bird Vet. Former Zoo Birdkeeper
24 yrs of small animal vet practice. Dog, cat and parrot caretaker for 33 yrs! Zookeeper for 1 yr.