Fruits are vital for parrots. Parrots like fruits. Yes, parrots can eat guava. It is very much beneficial for parrots. It has a lot of health and nutritional benefits. It contains potassium, calcium, magnesium and all essential nutrients. It will boost the parrots’ immune system and ensure the longevity of parrots’ life.
Guava is a tropical fruit from Myrtaceae family. It has a round oval shape. It has a sweet taste. Guava is native to Mexico, South America and North America. In 2019, 55 million tons of guava is produced all across the world.
In this article, I will discuss:
- How to serve guava to parrots?
- How often can parrots eat guava?
- Types of guava
- Merits of eating guava
- List of fruits that parrots can eat
- Can parrots eat guava seeds?
- Can parrot species eat guava?
- Frequently asked questions
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How to Serve Guava to Parrots?
The most important question is how to serve guava to your parrot? Many parrot species attract towards guava due to its brilliant taste. Guava is beneficial for parrots. It contains all nutrients that are required by parrots.
As a parrot owner, you must know the exact quantity of guava for parrots. The methods for serving guava to parrots are as follows:
- Wash the guava.
- Make small pieces of guava.
- Few pieces of guava should add to other fruits.
- You can also serve guava juice to parrots.
How Often Can Parrots Eat Guava?
The most important question is how often can parrots eat guava? Different parrot species like different quantity of blueberries. You must know about the quantity of fruit which you serve to parrots for seeking best health results. Parrots like to eat guava. It is beneficial for parrots’ health.
For excellent health, you should serve guava up to two times in a week to parrots. Baby parrots can eat guava but only one time in a week. You should serve guava without removing the peels of the guava.
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Types of Guava
Guava is a safe fruit for parrots. Guava is produces all across the world. There are different types of guava found all over the world. As a parrot owner, I will explain about the names of these types.
- Lemon guava
- Pineapple guava
- Mexico cream
- Apple guava
- Tropical white guava
- Thai maroon
- Red malaysian
- Tropical yellow
- Tropical white
Merits of Eating Guava
Guava is of vital importance for parrots. For a healthy life, you should serve guava to parrots but in moderation. It has a lot of health and nutritional benefits for parrots. It contains vitamins, minerals and essential nutrients.
As a parrot owner and lover, I will discuss some outstanding benefits of eating guava for parrots. Here is a little bit about these benefits.
Antioxidant
Antioxidants are man-made or natural substances that lower the risk of cell damage. It contains 2 important antioxidants named as Lycopene and Beta-carotene. Antioxidants keep the oxidation process in order. A decrease in antioxidants will lead to the risk of cancer and parrots feel stressed.
There are many antioxidants such as phenolic acids and flavonoids in guava. Flavonoids have many useful effects on parrots as:
- Anti-oxidant
- Anti-Inflammatory
Digestion
Parrots have a sensitive digestive system. Guava contains 5.4% of dietary fiber that is useful for parrots. By eating guava, minerals, vitamins and compounds helps parrot body in making strong. It contains fiber in a large amount which will also help in digestion. It helps in:
- Offers smooth digestion
- Reduce constipation
- Strengthen stomach lining
- Prevents digestive and gut disorders
Vitamin C and Immunity
228 grams of vitamin C is present in 1oo grams of guava. Eating guava fulfills 21% intake of vitamin C of parrots and 4 times more than found in orange. Guava helps parrots to fight diseases and germs. They have large amount of vitamin C and bromelain. It improves nervous and immune system. These elements help parrots in:
- Absorbing iron
- Cell regeneration
- Releasing free radical
- Wound repairing
Strong Bones
Most birds, especially parrots have hollow bones which enable them to fly high in the sky. Guava has minerals and vitamins especially magnesium. It contains 22 mg of magnesium that keeps parrots bones and feathers strong and healthy. Guava also contain a big amount of manganese, which helps parrots in strengthen:
- Bone Fiber
- Bones
- Muscles
A large amount of calcium is present in guava that is helpful for parrot species. For absorbing calcium into bones, parrots must take sun rays to deposit vitamin D3.
Nutritional Benefits – Hidden Truth
Guava is a source of hundreds of essential nutrients. Parrots need these nutrients for proper functioning of parrots’ bodies. Quantities of these nutrients are as follows:
- Vitamin A: 12%
- Water: 80%
- Potassium: 417 mg
- Calories: 68
List Of Fruits That Parrots Eat
Fruits are vital for parrots. You should serve fruits to parrots which are full of all nutrients. Guava are safe and healthy for parrots. It provides great health benefits. Parrots love to eat those fruits that provides a lot of energy to them. You will serve only 15 to 30% of fruits to your parrots.
As a pet owner, I will tell you some other fruits including guava which you can serve to your cutie pie.
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Pineapple
- Orange
- Dragon Fruit
- Kiwi
- Mango
- Banana
- Blueberries
- Tomato
- Coconut
- Grapes
- Watermelon
- Peaches
- Papaya
- Pear
By the Journal of Basic and Applied Zoology, fruits having nectarine affects parrots. Other than, your cutie pie can eat all fruits.
List of Fruits That Parrots Can Not Eat
Fruits are of vital importance for parrots. Guava can never affect parrots, if you feed guava in moderation to parrots. Some fruits are unsafe for parrots to consume. As a pet owner, I will tell you which fruits are not safe for parrots. These fruits are as follows:
- Plums
- Apple seeds
- Apricot pits
- Peach pit
- Avocado
- Raw rhubarb
- Cherries pits
Parrots’ digestive system is more sensitive than humans. Pits and seeds consists of nectarine that are dangerous for parrot species. So, do not serve pits and seeds to parrots.
Friendly Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can Parrots Eat Guava?
Yes, parrots love to eat fruits and vegetables but there are some fruits that parrots eat. Guava is one of the fruits which parrots can eat. It is beneficial for parrots’ health.
As a pet owner for 8 years, many parrot species like to eat guava. I will tell the names of parrot species that can eat guava. These names are as follows:
- Budgies
- Cockatiel
- Cockatoos
- Eclectus
- Quaker
- African Gray Parrot
- Yellow – Naped Amazon
- Hyacinth Macaws
Can Parrots Eat Guava Seeds?
Yes, sure, parrots can eat guava seeds. It is beneficial for parrots. Parrots love to eat small seeds of guava. Guava seeds are beneficial in digestion. Guava seeds are beneficial in:
- Improving eye sight
- Boosting immune system
- Act as laxative
- Normalize blood pressure
- Regular stool passing
Can Parrots Drink Guava Juice?
Yes, parrots can drink guava juice. It is a healthy drink for parrots. As a parrot owner, I will prefer only fresh guava juice to parrots. Canned juice has a lot of sugar and preservatives that cause serious illness to parrots.
Can Quaker Parrots Eat Guava?
Yes, Quaker parrots can eat guava. It is a nutrient rich fruit. It contains vitamins A and vitamin C. It is beneficial for quaker parrot’s health. Make sure that guava is properly washed. Cut guava in small size and then serve it to your cutie pie.
Can Parrots Eat Guava Leaves?
Yes, parrots can eat guava leaves. But, moderation is necessary. Guava leaves have a lot of health benefits. The main advantage is it aids digestion. Always serve clean and pure leaves to parrots. Always serve guava leaves as an occasional treat.
Final Verdict
It is okay to serve guava to parrots. You can serve guava with other fruits, veggies and pellets. Eating guava has a positive effect on parrots life and health. It is a seasonal fruit. Although having, merits and demerits, moderation is necessary for good parrots health. It has a lot of nutritional benefits. I hope that you find this article helpful.
If you have any query, without any hesitation, ask me in the comment section, I will answer you as soon as possible. Thanks For Reading!
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I’m Amna, and I absolutely adore birds, especially parrots. I’ve been immersed in the world of these colorful feathered friends for over 10 years. While I’m not a bird doctor, I’ve gathered a wealth of knowledge on how to care for and understand them.
My experiences extend to various bird species like parrots, macaws, cockatoos, canaries, and finches. In addition to my personal adventures with birds, I’ve dedicated time to volunteering at a local bird rehabilitation center.
My true passion lies in sharing what I know about parrots and birds with you. Through my articles, I aim to share the information you need to provide the very best care for your avian companions. So, let’s embark on this journey together and make your feathered friends’ lives as joyful and healthy as possible!