{"id":9794,"date":"2024-10-04T14:28:08","date_gmt":"2024-10-04T18:28:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.perroquetsecours.com\/?p=9794"},"modified":"2026-03-24T22:37:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T02:37:26","slug":"nutrition-et-alimentation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.perroquetsecours.com\/en\/sante-bien-etrecomportement-et-alimentation\/nutrition-et-alimentation","title":{"rendered":"Nutrition and Diet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Sources: <\/em><em>Lisa Keelty, Technicienne en environnement et faune, Avicultrice certifi\u00e9e AFA et<\/em> <em>Dr Corina Lupu M.V. de L&rsquo;h\u00f4pital v\u00e9t\u00e9rinaire pour oiseaux et animaux exotiques, 6090 Sherbrooke ouest,Montr\u00e9al,Qu\u00e9bec H4R 1Y1 <a class=\"postlink\" href=\"http:\/\/www.birdandexoticvet.com\/\">http:\/\/www.birdandexoticvet.com\/<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>L&rsquo;alimentation joue un r\u00f4le cl\u00e9 dans la sant\u00e9 \u00e0 long terme de votre perroquet. Il est donc essentiel que vous preniez le temps de comprendre et d&rsquo;apprendre ce dont votre oiseau a besoin sur le plan nutritionnel. Il y a 30 ans, il \u00e9tait courant d&rsquo;acheter un sac de graines et de supposer que l&rsquo;ensemble de l&rsquo;alimentation de votre animal \u00e9tait complet, tout comme la nourriture pour chien et chat. C&rsquo;est loin d&rsquo;\u00eatre la v\u00e9rit\u00e9 maintenant.<\/p>\n<p>Les r\u00e9gimes alimentaires peuvent \u00eatre class\u00e9s en diff\u00e9rentes cat\u00e9gories : graines et noix, aliments frais tels que l\u00e9gumineuses, l\u00e9gumes, fruits et pousses, aliments de table, granul\u00e9s, friandises, prot\u00e9ines, insectes vivants, p\u00e2t\u00e9s d&rsquo;insectes et suppl\u00e9ments vitaminiques. Une esp\u00e8ce particuli\u00e8re peut avoir besoin de 2 des \u00e9l\u00e9ments \u00e9num\u00e9r\u00e9s ci-dessus, ou d&rsquo;une certaine combinaison. Comme pour beaucoup de choses, la mod\u00e9ration est souvent la cl\u00e9 du contr\u00f4le de l&rsquo;alimentation. Croyez-le ou non, l&rsquo;ob\u00e9sit\u00e9 est courante chez les oiseaux de compagnie en raison d&rsquo;une mauvaise alimentation, mais de nombreux propri\u00e9taires n&rsquo;ont pas les comp\u00e9tences ou les connaissances n\u00e9cessaires pour l&rsquo;identifier.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The first major mistake done by many owners is assuming that their pet knows what it needs to eat to stay healthy. Each species of bird has evolved to survive specifically in its own ecological niche. Since food availability can vary greatly depending on the season, breeding, and migration, it is naive to assume that your pet, who leads a much more sedentary life, will know what it needs to consume to stay healthy. If that were the case, parakeets and cockatiels would not be so picky about fresh food, cockatoos would eat only a few safflower seeds a day, and no parrot would consume sunflower seeds like they were going out of style. There are many books available in stores that discuss nutrition in detail, but below is a general guide to follow when choosing the right food for your bird.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"HwtZe\" lang=\"fr\"><span class=\"jCAhz\"><span class=\"ryNqvb\"><strong>PELLETS AND FORMULATED DIETS<\/strong> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Commonly used for; Psittaciformes (parrots and budgies)<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">No vitamin supplement required; (unless recommended by a veterinarian)<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">No calcium supplement required; (unless recommended by a veterinarian)<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"HwtZe\" lang=\"fr\"><span class=\"jCAhz\"><span class=\"ryNqvb\">Fresh food required <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Les r\u00e9gimes formul\u00e9s sont consid\u00e9r\u00e9s comme ce qui se rapproche le plus d&rsquo;un r\u00e9gime complet pour les oiseaux. Bien qu&rsquo;il ne soit pas impossible de faire passer les petits oiseaux comme les pinsons et les perruches aux granul\u00e9s, c&rsquo;est extr\u00eamement difficile et doit \u00eatre fait avec pr\u00e9caution. Id\u00e9alement, les granul\u00e9s ne devraient pas d\u00e9passer 70 % de l&rsquo;alimentation quotidienne et le reste devrait \u00eatre compos\u00e9 d&rsquo;aliments frais et cuits et de quelques graines et noix.<\/p>\n<p>Lorsque vous choisissez un r\u00e9gime alimentaire en granul\u00e9s, gardez \u00e0 l&rsquo;esprit que, tout comme pour les graines, la qualit\u00e9 n&rsquo;est pas la m\u00eame d&rsquo;une entreprise \u00e0 l&rsquo;autre et que m\u00eame certains granul\u00e9s de haute qualit\u00e9 peuvent ne pas convenir \u00e0 votre oiseau. Essayez de trouver une marque qui ne contient pas de colorants ni de conservateurs ajout\u00e9s.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Pellets, nuggets, tablets (such as Avicakes and Nutriberries), crumbles or prepared mixes for hand-feeding to nestlings are available. There are many different brands and qualities of pellets. A good pellet will not necessarily be more expensive, but it is important to choose wisely, depending on the taste and needs of each bird. Harrison\u2019s, Hagen (Tropican pellets) and Lafeber are excellent choices.<\/p>\n<p>Certains oiseaux domestiques sont prudents et craintifs, limitant leur r\u00e9gime \u00e0 un choix restreint d&rsquo;aliments familiers. Ainsi, tout changement apport\u00e9 \u00e0 l&rsquo;alimentation s&rsquo;av\u00e8re souvent difficile. Changer d&rsquo;un r\u00e9gime \u00e0 base de graines vers un r\u00e9gime \u00e0 base de moul\u00e9e doit \u00eatre fait avec soin car l&rsquo;oiseau risque de ne pas comprendre que la moul\u00e9e est de la nourriture. Une nouvelle nourriture pr\u00e9sent\u00e9e trop soudainement peut faire peur \u00e0 certains oiseaux, au point qu&rsquo;ils pourraient compl\u00e8tement arr\u00eater de manger.<\/p>\n<p>Afin d&rsquo;\u00e9viter cette situation, nous recommandons les m\u00e9thodes suivantes pour habituer l&rsquo;oiseau aux granules:<\/p>\n<p><u><em>Transitioning to pellets: <\/em><\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>At first, mix about 10% of pellets with the regular food, then gradually increase the percentage.<\/li>\n<li>You can crush the pellets and sprinkle them on the grains or other favorite foods.<\/li>\n<li>vous pouvez remplir un bol avec de la moul\u00e9e, des Avicakes ou des Nutriberries, et laissez-le toute la journ\u00e9e \u00e0 l&rsquo;oiseau tout en continuant de lui offrir des graines durant une courte p\u00e9riode, le matin et le soir seulement.<\/li>\n<li>Par ailleurs, on peut sevrer les oiseaux qui mangent des graines de tournesol en rempla\u00e7ant celles-ci par des graines de carthame. Cette mesure n&rsquo;est que temporaire puisque les graines de carthame contiennent plus de gras que les graines de tournesol, mais cette m\u00e9thode aide \u00e0 effectuer une transition vers une autre di\u00e8te par la suite.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a few sunflower seeds as a reward, treats only.<\/li>\n<li>La p\u00e9riode de transition des graines \u00e0 la moul\u00e9e peut prendre jusqu&rsquo;\u00e0 1 mois environ, selon l&rsquo;oiseau.<\/li>\n<li>Il ne faut pas priver l&rsquo;oiseau de nourriture pour l&rsquo;habituer \u00e0 manger de la moul\u00e9e.<\/li>\n<li>Vous pouvez aussi ajouter 20% de nourriture de table afin d&rsquo;ajouter de la vari\u00e9t\u00e9 \u00e0 l&rsquo;alimentation. Par exemple lui pr\u00e9parer sa propre assiette avec des p\u00e2tes, du riz ou pommes de terre. On peut bien s\u00fbr y ajouter les l\u00e9gumes sugg\u00e9r\u00e9s.<\/li>\n<li>Une fois que l&rsquo;oiseau commencera \u00e0 manger de la moul\u00e9e, ses fientes passeront du vert ou noir, au brun. Par ailleurs, comme un r\u00e9gime \u00e0 base de moul\u00e9e lui fait boire plus d&rsquo;eau, ses fientes deviendront plus liquides et parfois plus grosses.<\/li>\n<li>On recommande de peser r\u00e9guli\u00e8rement l&rsquo;oiseau avant et pendant la p\u00e9riode de transition. Une perte de poids de plus de 10 % est anormale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>D&rsquo;AUTRES FA\u00c7ONS DE NOURRIR VOTRE OISEAU<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Malheureusement, plusieurs propri\u00e9taires inexp\u00e9riment\u00e9s croient \u00e0 tort que les graines, les g\u00e2teries faites \u00e0 partir de graines fournissent une alimentation compl\u00e8te. Dans les graines, il manque plusieurs \u00e9l\u00e9ments nutritifs tel le calcium, certains acides amin\u00e9s et plusieurs vitamines. De plus, ce r\u00e9gime est riche en gras et calories. Ainsi, aucun r\u00e9gime compos\u00e9 uniquement de graines ne peut fournir une nutrition compl\u00e8te. Par cons\u00e9quent, on doit ajouter d&rsquo;autres aliments, pr\u00e9f\u00e9rablement de type v\u00e9g\u00e9tarien, afin de remplacer les \u00e9l\u00e9ments nutritifs absents des graines. La plupart de oiseaux domestiques manquent de vitamine A et de calcium tout en ayant trop de mati\u00e8res grasses dans leur r\u00e9gime.<\/p>\n<p>Nous ne recommandons pas une alimentation qui n&rsquo;est pas bas\u00e9e sur la moul\u00e9e, cependant si vous comptez rajouter d&rsquo;autres aliments \u00e0 la di\u00e8te de votre oiseau, voici quelques informations pertinentes<\/p>\n<h3>Seeds<\/h3>\n<p>Environ 25-60% de la consommation quotidienne peut provenir de grains entiers ou de produits c\u00e9r\u00e9aliers, selon les esp\u00e8ces. On offrira normalement diverses graines pour oiseaux, du riz brun cuit, de l&rsquo;avoine et des flocons d&rsquo;avoine , du ma\u00efs, de l&rsquo;orge, du pain de bl\u00e9, du pain de c\u00e9r\u00e9ales enti\u00e8res, etc&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>The seeds must not be dusty, they must pass the germination test which consists of soaking a small quantity of seeds and observing the germination rate under optimal conditions (germination tray at 21 degrees Celsius and seeds washed two to three times a day); if the germination rate approaches 100%, the seeds are excellent.<\/p>\n<p>Cooked seeds are also excellent foods rich in protein and low in fat. You should not administer raw beans, soybeans, chickpeas, lentils etc., because they are difficult to digest or even toxic. The preparation of cooked seeds involves a first phase which consists of immersing them in water for at least 12 hours, then cooking in boiling water for 20 minutes. The vast majority of parrots, regardless of species, enjoy cooked seeds.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"HwtZe\" lang=\"fr\"><span class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\"><span class=\"ryNqvb\">Fresh, sprouted and cooked foods <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">They should be used routinely for all birds, but especially as basic food for soft-billed birds. All birds benefit from fresh food, and for many it is absolutely necessary. Legume, vegetables and sprouts can be provided daily, fruits should be slightly limited as they are high in sugar. Opt for dark green vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, parsley (not considered dangerous contrary to popular belief) and legumes such as beans, chickpeas etc.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">These foods can make up 30-40% of a small bird\u2019s daily diet and 50-60% of the daily intake for any parrot whose basic diet is a mixture of seeds and nuts. Be careful not to leave fresh food in the cage for longer than necessary as it spoils quickly. Never feed avocado or rhubarb to birds, they are toxic and eating them can cause death.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"HwtZe\" lang=\"fr\"><span class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\"><span class=\"ryNqvb\">Table Foods <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Commonly Used for; All Birds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Table foods can be a healthy treat and part of a regular diet for all birds, but especially parrots and budgies. The general rule is that if it\u2019s good for us, it\u2019s good for them too. Pasta, rice, cheese, beans and even some meats are often enjoyed by our feathered companions. Use common sense, provide these foods in limited quantities and never flavor them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Foods high in salt should be avoided as they can damage the liver. Avoid feeding foods high in lactose as birds do not have the bacteria to digest them properly. Never feed processed foods.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Sprouted seeds<\/h3>\n<p>Sprouted seeds are particularly appreciated. The mixture to be germinated must be made taking into account the speed of germination of the seeds and the taste of our birds. Silk, niger, yellow millet and wheat are suitable for all lovebirds. We can add a little black sunflower, safflower, lentils of all kinds. Sprouted seeds are prized because of their high content of proteins, amino acids, sugar, mineral salts, enzymes and vitamins.<\/p>\n<p>During the germination phase, we must ensure that no mold or bacteria form which would make them inedible and dangerous for our birds. To avoid this, disinfect the soaking water and rinse several times before giving them to the birds. The sprouted seeds will only be left for one day at the disposal of the birds, the leftovers will be thrown away.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Cereals<\/h3>\n<p>The most popular cereals are millet and canary seed, available in specialist shops; you can also grow them in your garden and give them away while they are still green. The still milky corn cob is neither a cereal nor a grass, but it is an excellent food, rich in nutritional properties and very digestible that you can also grow yourself.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Herbs<\/h3>\n<p>The Greater Plantain is an authentic meadow grass, which you can pick up along the ditches, the ears of small still green seeds please the Agapornis. The Bird Sheep or Common Stellaria is also very popular; it is a small grass, of which the parrots devour both the fresh leaves and the small flower or the small orange-coloured seed. They also appreciate the Dandelion. They love the leaf.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Vegetables<\/h3>\n<p>Les l\u00e9gumes frais doivent repr\u00e9senter environ 10% de la di\u00e8te. Ils fournissent certains min\u00e9raux et des vitamines essentiels aux oiseaux. Les l\u00e9gumes de couleur p\u00e2les (comme la laitue Iceberg et le c\u00e9leri) contiennent beaucoup d&rsquo;eau et sont, par le fait m\u00eame, les moins b\u00e9n\u00e9fiques.<\/p>\n<p>Les meilleurs l\u00e9gumes que vous puissiez donner \u00e0 votre oiseau sont des l\u00e9gumes vert fonc\u00e9 et feuillus ou ceux de couleur jaune ou orange fonc\u00e9 riches en calcium et en vitamine A, par exemple le brocoli cuit ou cru, l&rsquo;endive, la scarole, la carotte, le persil, la citrouille, la courge et la patate sucr\u00e9e, ces deux derni\u00e8res crues ou cuites. D&rsquo;autres exemples sont la chicor\u00e9e \u00e0 feuilles \u00e9troites, l\u2019\u00e9pinard, le fenouil en feuilles (appr\u00e9ci\u00e9 de tous les oiseaux mais \u00e0 donner avec mod\u00e9ration et en dehors de la p\u00e9riode de reproduction, car il s\u2019agit d\u2019un grand laxatif), le chou en feuilles (appr\u00e9ci\u00e9 de pratiquement tous les oiseaux, mais \u00e0 distribuer avec mod\u00e9ration car tr\u00e8s riche en vitamine A) et la tomate coup\u00e9e. Pratiquement tous les l\u00e9gumes sont appr\u00e9ci\u00e9s des perroquets. Axer beaucoup sur les l\u00e9gumes frais, verts et orang\u00e9s\/.<\/p>\n<p>Varier la pr\u00e9sentation peut faciliter l&rsquo;acceptation d&rsquo;un nouvel aliment. Essayer de l&rsquo;offrir en d\u00e9s, en tranches, hach\u00e9, r\u00e2p\u00e9, en rondelles, en pur\u00e9e ; laissez allez votre imagination.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Fresh fruits<\/h3>\n<p>On doit limiter la quantit\u00e9 de fruit donn\u00e9e \u00e0 l&rsquo;oiseau afin d&rsquo;\u00e9viter qu&rsquo;il n&rsquo;en consomme trop. Le r\u00e9gime devrait contenir moins de 5 % de fruits frais. La plupart des oiseaux n&rsquo;ont pas besoin de sources additionnelles de vitamine C sauf pendant les p\u00e9riodes de maladie ou de stress. Cependant les fruits riches en vitamine A comme la papaye, le cantaloup, et les abricots sont \u00e0 inclure dans l&rsquo;alimentation.<\/p>\n<p>Sliced \u200b\u200bapple (no more than twice a week due to its laxative properties), sliced \u200b\u200bkiwi, orange and mandarin (are very popular, especially the skin but should not be given in large quantities because they encourage the body to accumulate excess iron), blackberries, raspberries and wild berries, pear (in moderation because it is laxative), watermelon (especially the skin), figs (cut in half, are very popular and are an excellent food). Warning: avocado is a highly toxic and deadly fruit for birds.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Bread and biscuits<\/h3>\n<p>Bread, previously toasted, can be a good food that will quickly turn into a toy. Serve it toasted and lightly brushed with butter or peanut butter; a real treat for parrots, but very rich! so serve as a treat. Biscuits are also very popular (but give in great moderation and opt for very low-sugar biscuits). Warning: chocolate is toxic to birds.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Pasta<\/h3>\n<p>They usually consist of baked goods (dry bread, biscuits, flour, etc.) to which other ingredients are added. Pasta is a good way to balance a diet when a protein level is needed. It is used, among other things, during the breeding season. You can enrich your pate with sprouted seeds (soy, niger, wheat), water and bicarbonate to prevent the formation of mold, raisins, dried and diced figs or other candied fruits (pineapple, papaya, etc.), a fresh hard-boiled egg crumbled into the pasta. Fruit and vegetable macedoines are excellent complements to pasta.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Protein sources<\/h3>\n<p>Les prot\u00e9ines sont g\u00e9n\u00e9ralement donn\u00e9es aux oiseaux en mue ou en reproduction. Elles peuvent inclure des \u0153ufs cuits ou des p\u00e2t\u00e9s d&rsquo;\u0153ufs, des graines ol\u00e9agineuses et parfois des insectes. Il est important de ne pas fournir trop de prot\u00e9ines car cela peut conduire \u00e0 l&rsquo;ob\u00e9sit\u00e9.<\/p>\n<p>Il existe une pratique consistant \u00e0 donner des souris aux toucans et aux toucanets comme suppl\u00e9ment prot\u00e9ique, mais cela n&rsquo;est pas conseill\u00e9 car ces oiseaux sont sujets \u00e0 la maladie du stockage du fer.<\/p>\n<p>Le r\u00e9gime peut contenir jusqu&rsquo;\u00e0 25% de l\u00e9gumineuses (par exemple, f\u00e8ves cuites telles soya, haricots rouges, lentilles et pois). Ces derni\u00e8res procurent une excellente source de prot\u00e9ines.\u00a0 Les noix sont \u00e9galement une source de prot\u00e9ines de qualit\u00e9, mais les offrir avec mod\u00e9ration. On peut aussi offrir, en petites quantit\u00e9s, du poisson, viandes et des \u0153ufs tous bien cuits.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Vitamins and Minerals<\/h3>\n<div class=\"lRu31 translation-block\" dir=\"ltr\">Unless your bird is eating a formulated diet, you should definitely add supplements to its diet. Supplements are essential for your pet\u2019s long-term health and play a major role in all bodily functions such as digestion, growth, reproduction, etc. Note that not all supplements on the market are suitable for all birds, consult your veterinarian to choose the right one for your pet.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lRu31 translation-block\" dir=\"ltr\">Vitamin supplements are now added to fresh or cooked foods instead of water (adding vitamins to water promotes bacterial growth and the product usually degrades after a few hours). Always follow the label instructions and never overdose; many vitamins can cause serious health risks if given in large doses.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<p>A vitamin excess is as harmful as a vitamin deficiency. In fact, vitamins A, D, E and K tend to accumulate in the tissues and are not eliminated through the feces as is the case with vitamins B and C. Activated charcoal is excellent for fighting toxic substances in the intestine and should be given sparingly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Calcium sources<\/h3>\n<p>Les oiseaux \u00e9tant intol\u00e9rants au lactose, nous ne conseillons pas les produits laitiers en grandes quantit\u00e9s ou r\u00e9guli\u00e8rement pour les oiseaux, Il faut combler leurs besoins calciques autrement. Il est possible de leur offrir du yogourt, fromage cottage, de m\u00eame que certains autres fromages fermes (en petites quantit\u00e9s) car leur contenu en lactose est tr\u00e8s bas suite \u00e0 la fermentation par les bact\u00e9ries. En r\u00e8gle g\u00e9n\u00e9rale, plus le r\u00e9gime contient de graines, plus il sera n\u00e9cessaire d&rsquo;ajouter un suppl\u00e9ment de calcium tel que l&rsquo;os de seiche, les \u00e9cailles d&rsquo;hu\u00eetre ou un bloc min\u00e9ral. Si l&rsquo;oiseau refuse de manger ces suppl\u00e9ments, on pourra ajouter \u00e0 sa nourriture du calcium liquide, en poudre ou en comprim\u00e9s \u00e9cras\u00e9s selon les recommandations du v\u00e9t\u00e9rinaire.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Beehive products<\/h3>\n<p>They are among the supplements that you can add to the mash; they are excellent in the diet of all parrots and essential for Loridae. The nutritional value of honey is excellent and its virtues for the metabolism are no longer to be demonstrated. It increases immune defenses and psycho-physical resistance, regulates liver and intestinal functions, and protects against anorexia and anemia.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Insectes vivants et p\u00e2t\u00e9s d&rsquo;insectes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Commonly used for: soft-billed birds, waxbills and some finches<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin supplement required; (consult veterinarian)<\/li>\n<li>Calcium supplement required; (consult veterinarian)<\/li>\n<li>Fresh foods required; Yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"lRu31 translation-block\" dir=\"ltr\">Live foods are an important and overlooked part of the diet of many passeriformes and include mealworms, crickets, waxworms and fruit flies. Soft-billed birds (a generic term for birds that do not eat seeds as basic food) such as white-eyes, Peking robins and thrushes absolutely require live insects as part of their daily diet and should be provided with them daily. Many finches and waxbills also benefit from it and most will not breed without access to it. Cordon-bleus, purple grenadiers and common grenadiers seem particularly sensitive and many do not thrive without live insects.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"lRu31 translation-block\" dir=\"ltr\">Insect pastes are a form of soft brown food that is mixed with insects and various other foods and left in the cage as a basic diet for soft-billed birds. Be careful when using them and make sure to change the food daily as it can spoil quickly. Make sure the food you choose has a low iron content if applicable for the species you have (less than 120ppm) such as toucans, pekin robins, white-eyes, treecreepers etc.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<h3><strong>Treats<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Les friandises peuvent \u00eatre presque n&rsquo;importe quoi, d&rsquo;un morceau de millet \u00e0 un \u0153uf cuit. Comme son nom l&rsquo;indique, les friandises doivent \u00eatre utilis\u00e9es avec grande mod\u00e9ration. Les b\u00e2tonnets de miel et les biscuits aux \u0153ufs ne doivent \u00eatre donn\u00e9s qu&rsquo;une ou deux fois par semaine pendant environ une heure pour \u00e9viter une surconsommation. Quelques cacahu\u00e8tes peuvent ne pas sembler \u00eatre beaucoup de nourriture pour nous, mais c&rsquo;est l&rsquo;\u00e9quivalent de quelques barres chocolat\u00e9es pour un perroquet. Parfois, il est pr\u00e9f\u00e9rable de garder les friandises pr\u00e9f\u00e9r\u00e9es comme outils de dressage.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em><strong>Image credit policy<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>The images published on this site come from various sources: photographers, partner organizations, image banks, readers, or illustrations generated by artificial intelligence. 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