A lethal dose of avocado in budgies is approximately 3.5 grams, cockatiels 20-30 grams and canaries 2 grams. The adverse effects in birds have been as quickly as 15-30 minutes after ingestion. The first signs that owners usually see are weakness and depression, with fluffed plumage and a reluctance to perch.
How poisonous is avocado to birds?
Avocados (Persea americana) contain a toxin called persin and fed to birds, even a small amount can be fatal. Canaries, parakeets, cockatiels and other parrots are known to be susceptible to the toxin. Other animal species highly susceptible to persin include rabbits, horses and ruminants.
What happens if a bird eats avocado?
You may see symptoms begin as soon as 15 to 30 minutes after your bird eats avocado. Symptoms of toxicity in birds include difficulty breathing, inability to perch, lethargy, collapse, and sudden death. Internally, the toxin can cause fluid to build up around the heart and the lungs as well as kidney and liver failure.
How do you treat avocado poisoning in birds?
If the exposure is discovered quickly (within 2 hours of ingestion), the bird should be taken to a local veterinarian for crop lavage and administration of activated charcoal.
Can I put avocado out for the birds?
Avocados contain fatty acidic substances that can cause various health problems for the garden birds which can include sudden passing of the bird and also severe heart damage.
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