Kolkata family travels to Delhi to save parrot with rare egg-binding condition

A 13-year-old pet parrot named Mithu is battling a life-threatening reproductive condition in which a large, calcified egg has become lodged in its pelvic region, preventing natural laying. The bird's owners could not find a specialist capable of performing avian surgery in Kolkata, prompting them to travel to Delhi for the procedure. The operation is expected to be costly, and veterinarians are working to identify more affordable treatment options for the family. The case draws attention to the broader challenges of diagnosing and treating reproductive disorders in caged birds.