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What is Lavender?
Lavender is a flowering plant from the mint family and it produces small purple flowers. It has a sweet smell, which makes it popular for aromatherapy and other health benefits. Lavender oil is also widely used in various skincare and beauty products. Besides being used for its scent, lavender is also known to have medicinal properties as well as being edible.
Can Parakeets Eat Lavender?
The answer to this question depends on whether the lavender you are feeding your parakeet comes from dried or fresh plants. If using fresh herbs, they can be fed in moderate amounts but should not make up more than 5-10% of their diet as too much can cause digestive problems such as diarrhea or vomiting. If using dried herbs, they should only be given occasionally since they usually contain higher levels of essential oils which can cause adverse effects if ingested in large quantities by birds due to their delicate digestive systems. The best way to feed lavender to your parakeet would be through sprays that are specifically made for birds that use natural extracts like essential oils which provide them with both nutrition and flavor without posing any risks of toxicity or indigestion issues.
Benefits of Feeding Your Parakeet Lavender
Feeding your parakeet lavendar provides many nutritional benefits which include: vitamins A, B6 & C; calcium; magnesium; iron; potassium; zinc and antioxidants like flavonoids and polyphenols all of which are beneficial for overall health maintenance including enhanced immunity & improved digestion aid among others! Additionally, it’s known to have calming properties that may help reduce stress levels amongst our feathered friends thus promoting better sleep quality too!
Conclusion
In conclusion, feeding your parakeets small amounts of either fresh or dried (in moderation) lavendar will not harm them so long as you ensure there isn’t an excessive amount present in their diets – always check labels before buying ingredients just in case! Furthermore you could try purchasing bird specific sprays containing natural extracts such as essential oils when wanting to give our feathery friends extra treats like this one here 🙂