Food for african greys?

Question

to experienced african grey owners:

should I buy seeds or formulated pellets for my african grey? also, should they be available to the bird all day or add a specific amount to their dish for each meal( if it is portioned, please tell how much, ex. 1/2 cup, etc.)

Answer 1

I feed my bird twice a day - morning and night.  I actually cook it scrambled eggs (protein, man, protein!) though that seems a little cannabalistic to me.  Fresh veggies, regular seed formulated for parrots, fresh fruit, peanut butter (they like crunchy for the nuts of course), cream of wheat, spaghetti, and lots of fresh water!  I do the human food by the tablespoon in a dish separate from the bird food (about 1/2 a cup at a sitting) which they eat throughout the day.  Happy little dude!

Answer 2

if he will eat them then he should definitely be on pellets! those are so much better and nutritious than seeds.! you could just leave them out all day :)

Answer 3

Hi,

We have pellets in front of them 24/7. Zupreen has a good choice. Ours get the fruit favored Conure size.

Seed a are a big "No No" with Grey and Amazons. Except as a treat and only from your hand, never in their dish. Get human quality Sun Flower seed or shelled peanuts.

Every morning we give all of or birds a mixture of fresh Vegs and fruits, and sometimes bridie breads.. They can eat almost anything you eat except for Sweets, Salty foods and a couple of other foods. There is a lot of information here http://inthenest.org/

Have fun with your new Grey, they are a wonderful pet

Answer 4

sorry l don't have a African Grey but l do have a lilac crown amazon...  

? 1. pellets are because pet birds are not as active when caged and pellets have a low fat content's, And seed should be used in moderation because of their fat.

? 2. All birds should have fresh food and water daily most birds even prefer you to feed on a schedule can be noise if not. (also clean bowls with a germicidal cleaner if not daily at least once a week)

? 3. portions depend on your bird some birds eat more then others depending on how active they are and since you will need to throw out old old food daily judge for yourself is best.

I also feed mine toast, corn on the cob, jalapenos, cooked rice with egg,  watermelon, corn bread, homemade biscuits with broccoli, squash, and collard Greens l do rotate the breads though, other then this nine don't like it.

Answer 5

I think seeds

You should leave the food out all day, so he can munch and crunch whenever he feels hungry  but make sure it doesn't get old,.

L'Avian parrot mix is great for greys.Kaytee, and Fiesta is good too.  Also, you can feed them large parrot Zupreem.

You may find these at petco, or any other pet store.

They LOVE peanuts!!

They also like alot of fruits too, like bananas, apples, strawberries, blueberries, coconut, mango, and all that good stuff.  You can't feed them anything with seeds in them.. I mean ,you can feed them apple, but just take out the seeds first. Also , you can't give them pits. Like peach pits.

Answer 6

You should leave food out for the bird 24/7. Offer the bird fruits and veggies then watch what it eats and doesn't eat to figure out what the bird likes to eat. All birds are different and like different foods. It does not hurt to leave fruits and veggies out for up to 24 hours without them going bad. That gives the bird plenty of time to pick out what the bird wants to eat.

Answer 7

African Grey Parrot Diet/food

It is absolutely essential that your African Grey parrot gets a healthy, nutrious diet in order to stay a healthy bird. The results of not giving your African Grey Parrot a suitable diet or food can be particularly unpleasant and upsetting. Some of the following issues regarding African Grey Parrots health are linked to not getting the correct food: Poor Health, Hyperactivity, Persistent Screeching, Bad Temper, Non replacement of feathers after the moult, Biting, Continuous Moult Feather Plucking, General Bad Behaviour (Eds note: Guide to a Well-Behaved Parrot is a superb book on training your parrot to be well behaved), Lethargy, Self Mutilation. Obviously it is very distressing to see a grey parrot (or any animal) that is unhealthy and stressed.

The key to getting a good diet for your African Grey Parrot. Pelletted foodstuffs should form the foundation of the diet, but should be supplemented with a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, along with grains and proteins to keep your African Grey Parrot healthy and happy. Of course, a small amount of seed mix can be fed to the African Grey Parrot, but it should be noted that generally although seeds have some nutritional value and a place in the diet of your African Grey Parrot, they are largely fattening and are poorly balanced, so should not form a large part of the diet. It can be quite trickery to persuade African Grey Parrots to try new foodstuffs, so you should try and get your Parrot to try new foods from a young age. It should also be noted that African Grey Parrots can be prone to calcium deficiency so you should get the calcium levels of your parrot checked once a year by a vet. You should not use calcium supplements unless you have sought the advice of your vet.

http://www.birdchannel.com/bird-species/...

African greys are susceptible to feather picking, calcium, vitamin-A and vitamin-D deficiencies, respiratory infections, psittacosis and psittacine beak and feather disease (PBFD). African greys are sensitive to stress and do best in a low or stress-free environment, according to Pamela Clark, IAABC Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant. These pet birds are capable of getting through the typical stressful moments that any family will encounter, but they will not thrive if kept in a home with extended periods of anxiety and stress. It is recommended that sunflower and/or safflower seeds be added to an African grey’s diet as a substitute for the oil they ingest from palm seed in the wild.

http://www.birdchannel.com/bird-magazine...

http://www.birdchannel.com/bird-magazine...

Most pet birds have life pretty easy. They sit on their perch, get a few bites to eat, snooze a little, chew on a wooden toy for a bit, snack some more and rest some more. Probably the vast majority of a parrot’s day is spent in a cage no more than three times its wingspan, without a lot of space for flapping its wings or crawling around. A lot of times its cage is over-loaded with treats, and it may be given fattening human snacks like chips, french fries and buttery popcorn as well. Before you know it, Polly’s become one plump pet

http://www.birdchannel.com/bird-diet-and...

Answer 8

you can all way try both and see which is better