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If you have questions about the essential nutrients your bird needs, it is always best to consult with an avian veterinarian familiar with your parrot’s species.
However, there are some general guidelines that apply to all parrots when it comes to table foods.
Certain foods should never be offered to any parrot, including chocolate, caffeinated or alcoholic beverages, avocado, shellfish, and any meat, fish, poultry, or eggs that are undercooked, raw, or reheated after being cooked and refrigerated. These foods can pose serious health risks to your bird, ranging from heart problems and seizures to sudden death.
Chocolate is especially dangerous due to theobromine, a stimulant similar to caffeine that can cause severe symptoms even in small amounts because of a bird’s low body weight.
Caffeinated drinks and alcohol can also lead to increased heart rate, hyperactivity, seizures, and fatal poisoning.
Avocado contains a toxin that affects the heart and respiratory system and is particularly harmful to smaller birds but dangerous to larger parrots as well.
Additionally, raw or improperly cooked animal proteins carry a higher risk of bacterial infections, which may not harm humans but can be deadly to birds. To keep your feathered companion safe, it is very important to avoid these risky foods and stick to fresh, properly prepared options.
Chewy editorial team shares a list of foods that are harmful to parrots, helping you care for your feathered friend with greater awareness and keep them safe and healthy every day.
