Squirrels love bananas but banana peels aren't a part of their natural diet.
What animal eats banana peels?
Banana peels are sometimes used as feedstock for cattle, goats, pigs, monkeys, poultry, rabbits, fish, zebras and several other species, typically on small farms in regions where bananas are grown. There are some concerns over the impact of tannins contained in the peels on animals that consume them.
Will squirrels eat bananas?
Just like grey squirrels, flying squirrels are opportunistic foragers, and will eat vegetables, fruit, nuts, berries that grows their natural habitat. This means a wild Southern Squirrel will eat berries, apples, plums, pears, plums, and yes even bananas.
Do wild birds eat banana peels?
Although banana peel is packed with vitamins and nutrients, it is not a good thing to offer birds. Cellulose is found in banana peels which are not digestible for birds. So if birds eat banana peels, then they have to face digestion problems.
Are banana chips OK for squirrels?
Banana chips are dried slices of banana that are crispy and have a sweet taste. Small animals appreciate variety in their diet, eating all kinds of fruit, plants and nuts in the wild. Add a few banana chips to the diet of squirrels and rodents to keep them happy and in good health.
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