![]() ![]() The sulphur crested cockatoo is as big as a large parrot – between a foot and two feet in length. They learn to talk quickly and are good mimics, which makes them very popular as pets. These birds are extremely intelligent and very curious. These birds live in large groups often numbering a hundred – and since this cockatoo has a loud screech, these groups can be very noisy indeed! The sulphur crested cockatoo prefers to roost in leafy trees during the day, and makes its nest in the branches of eucalyptus trees. It is found in timber lands and also in urban areas. If you have any more questions about fruits that parrots can eat or if you’d like to share your own experiences, don’t hesitate to leave a comment below.The sulphur crested cockatoo is a white parrot which has distinctive sulphur colored crest, dark grey bill and a yellow wash on the underside of its wings. In a rather unelegant study in 1989, six out of eight budgies that were force-fed avocado passed away. However, there is one significant exception that you should keep away from your bird: avocado.Īll parts of the avocado tree are considered toxic to parrots. You should take it easy with very acidic fruits like lemon. Sure, for stone fruits, apples and pears, it’s recommended to take the pits out. Renton, 2001 Unsafe parrot fruits Can a parrot eat avocado?Īs you’ve probably concluded from this list, there aren’t many fruits your parrot can’t eat. Ever heard of Mexican strangler fig fruit, Barbados nut fruit or plum pine? Some parrots have! This is why it’s difficult to imitate their natural diet in the home. After all, variety is key!ĭid you know? Wild parrots consume a variety of fruits that us humans wouldn’t dream to. Quince (sold as membrillo here in Spain)ĭid I forget a fruit your parrot loves? Just leave a comment below and I’ll include it in the list to help inspire other parrot owners.Durian (if you dare, it’s very smelly!).Jocote (from the cashew family, common in the Caribbean).Cherries (also recommended to remove pits).(Flat) peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums (just remove the pit).Physalis (inca berry, related to the previously mentioned tomatillo). ![]()
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