Can parrots eat walnuts?

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Yes — walnuts are an omega-3-rich treat, ideal for macaws and conures. Unsalted, and crack the shell for smaller species.

Keeper's noteUnsalted. Crack the shell for smaller species — a whole walnut entertains a macaw but defeats a conure.

Why walnuts is good for parrots

Walnuts carry more plant omega-3 (ALA) than any other common nut, supporting skin and feather condition. Like all nuts they're fat-dense, so the serving unit is a piece, not a handful. In-shell walnuts are among the toughest natural puzzles a macaw can get.

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