Budgie Food to Avoid Apple seeds. Aubergine (Eggplant) green parts. Avocado. Beans – many raw beans are toxic for budgies, so it's best to avoid them all. Cheese. Chocolate. Crackers and other man-made biscuits and snacks. Dairy products.
What is toxic to birds?
These toxicities should be treated by your avian vet to prevent the bird from becoming inappetant and anorexic. ... Other common household products that are toxic to birds:BleachFumes from Teflon cooking pansInsecticidesElectrical leadsLinoleumLead-light ornaments
Why are budgies not good pets?
While they don't squawk loudly, they can chirp constantly. Short lifespan of 8-12 years (compared to 20+ for larger parrots). Relatively fragile health; can easily get sick with slight temperature variations. Also susceptible to tumors and liver problems.
Are budgies harmful to humans?
Psittacosis is an infectious disease usually spread to humans from infected birds in the parrot family. Birds in the parrot family, or psittacines, include parrots, macaws, budgerigars (parakeets or budgies), and cockatiels. Domestic turkeys and pigeons have also infected people.
What kills a parakeet?
Budgies may die suddenly or overnight. Exposure to fumes from cleaning products, non-stick cooking pans, cigarette smoke, and air fresheners can prove deadly. Budgies die of thirst in less than 24 hours, and heat exposure without shade or water expedites this process.
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