12 Everyday Foods That Are Harmful to Bird

Avocados Avocados contain persin, a toxin that can cause heart damage and respiratory issues in birds. Avoid giving birds any part of the avocado, including its skin and pit.

Chocolate Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, which are toxic to birds and can lead to heart arrhythmias, seizures, or even death. Avoid offering chocolate in any form.

Caffeine Found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks, caffeine can cause rapid heart rate, hyperactivity, and nervous system problems. Avoid offering caffeinated beverages to birds.

Salt High amounts of salt can cause dehydration, kidney issues, and high blood pressure in birds. Avoid salty snacks like chips, pretzels, or fast food.

Onions Onions contain thiosulfate, which can cause hemolytic anemia and damage red blood cells in birds. Avoid giving birds onions or foods cooked with them.

Garlic Like onions, garlic contains compounds that can damage red blood cells and cause digestive issues in birds. Avoid feeding garlic or foods with garlic to birds.

Alcohol Alcohol can be extremely toxic to birds, impairing their coordination, causing organ damage, and potentially leading to death. Avoid offering any form of alcohol to birds.

Processed Sugar Foods with high amounts of processed sugar, such as candy or baked goods, can lead to obesity, diabetes, and other health issues in birds. Avoid feeding sugary foods.

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