Candida (fungus of the mouth and crop) in falcons

Cause: Candida albicans, usually after long antibiotic courses or weak immunity · Type: Fungal

Other names: Throat fungus، Crop yeast

Symptoms

• A white layer in the mouth/crop
• Delayed crop emptying

Diagnosis

Swab and stain.

Treatment

Antifungals (nystatin/azoles) as the vet directs.

Prevention

Do not overuse antibiotics.

Season

Not seasonal

Treatment and doses are decided by an avian vet after an exam; Zajel does not publish doses.

Other diseases

• Aspergillosis (pulmonary fungus)

Sources

• merckvetmanual.com