citation_inspection: 25369

-The primary enclosure housing eight ducklings had a buildup of excrement and food waste that covered about one third of the ground in the enclosure. There was a swarm of flies on the fecal/food material. -The walk-thru aviary had a significant buildup of food waste, fecal material and feathers on the walls and floor of the enclosure. The licensee states that he cleans the aviary every spring. -There was a wild bird’s nest on the chicken wire above the Amazonian parrot with fecal buildup and on the interior and exterior of the primary enclosure. Insufficient cleaning can lead to disease hazards, insects, pest and odors. Allowing wild birds to nest in animal shelters can lead to disease transmission and accumulation of bird feces. Excreta and food waste must be removed from within, under, and around the primary enclosure often enough to prevent excessive accumulation. A safe and effective method to control avian pests must be established and maintained. To be corrected by September 28, 2023