Chlorine bleach, phenols and ammonia can all have dangerous vapors that can cause irritation, toxicosis and even death in pet birds. Common household aerosol products, such as perfume, deodorant and hairspray, can cause respiratory problems in birds as well.
What smells are toxic to birds?
Sources: Gasses like carbon monoxide, smoke from tobacco products, fumes from new carpets and furniture, air fresheners, scented candles, paints, glues, household cleaning products, mothballs, hair spray, and nail polish can all be harmful when they are in close proximity to birds.
What scent will keep birds away?
Scent #1: Peppermint Peppermint is one of the essential oils to keep birds from building nests on your property. Simply spray the peppermint oil on your porch, plants, garage, gutter, and other structural areas of your home. This method is not harmful to the birds, though it is highly efficient in deterring them.
Are strong scents bad for birds?
Any sort of fume, odor, or scent that potentially carries materials toxic to your birds can easily irritate your pet parrot or even cause it to go ill and eventually die an early death.
Are smells bad for birds?
We are constantly warned that strong odors are dangerous for parrots. However, it isn't the SMELL that kills birds, it's the particulates or gasses in the air that accompany the smell. Air that carries an odor to it will alert you to the fact that it might contain particulates that are dangerous. Never ignore odors.
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