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Check a Food Now →Bird nutrition varies significantly by species. In general, fresh fruits and veggies are great. Avocado is toxic to ALL birds without exception. Never feed chocolate, caffeine, onion, garlic, or anything with salt or sugar additives.
Most birds love it — no skin/pit
✅ SafeNo seeds — they contain cyanide
✅ SafeAntioxidant-rich
✅ SafeNutritious and loved by most birds
✅ SafeGood treat — fresh or cooked
✅ SafeGreat for vitamins and beak health
✅ SafeHigh sugar for small birds
⚠️ CautionUnsalted only — mold risk
⚠️ CautionBirds are lactose intolerant
⚠️ CautionHIGHLY TOXIC to ALL birds
❌ DangerousFatal
❌ DangerousFatal
❌ DangerousToxic
❌ DangerousContain cyanide
❌ DangerousToxic even in tiny amounts
❌ DangerousCall your vet or ASPCA Poison Control immediately at (888) 426-4435. Do not wait for symptoms to appear. Birds can decline very rapidly.