Safe Plants For Your Birds

I hope you love birds too. It is economical. It saves going to heaven.
Emily Dickinson (1830 - 1886)

The following contains a partial list of house and outdoor plants that are generally considered safe if eaten by our birds. However allowing your bird to consume large amounts is not recommended. REMEMBER: Always err on the side of caution if you are not sure.

Signs of poisoning can include, inability to perch, drooling, sudden onset of regurgitation, diarrhea, coughing, breathing problems, and or depression. Bloody droppings, redness or burns around the mouth. Convulsions, Paralysis, shock.

Click to view a list of some of the most common:

SAFE PLANTS

If you bird has been chewing on any plant material and exhibits any of these signs consider it a life threatening emergency and proceed to your avian vet immediately. It is very helpful to take a sample of what your parrot has been chewing or playing with. Meanwhile keep your bird quiet, warm and in a darkened environment if possible while transporting to the vet.

This list was compiled from Birds USA Magazine, Wade & Carol Olyer, Parrot Pleasures