The infection of birds caused by Chlamydophila psittaci (C. psittaci), can also be passed on to humans if they happen to inhale particles from their feathers or dry faeces. Due to the illness ...
Parrot fever is a respiratory disease caused by the bacteria Chlamydophila psittaci. The bug can infect people exposed to infected birds, particularly parrots, parakeets, budgerigars and cockatiels.