Protein food for parrots

 Protein food (food of animal origin) is extremely important for a parrot. However, remember that it cannot form the basis of the diet. Protein feeds are used only as an addition to the main dish, in order to provide the body of a feathered friend with substances that are absent in vegetable feed.

The parrot should receive different foods, including protein

 Protein feeds are given to parrots no more than 2-3 times a month, and during molting, preparation for nesting and raising chicks – every day. If you use animal feed, consider their features:

• Protein feeds deteriorate quickly, especially in the heat, so they are given exactly in the amount that the parrot eats at a time.
• Protein feed is given in a separate feeder, previously cleanly washed.

What protein foods can be given to a parrot?

1. Chicken eggs. The yolk contains vitamins A, D, E, K, as well as approximately 70% organic matter. The protein contains approximately 30% of organic substances, as well as B vitamins. In addition, a chicken egg is a storehouse of important macro- and microelements: magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, sodium, chlorine, iron, sulfur, boron, iodine, bromine, etc. .d. The egg is boiled hard-boiled, peeled, rubbed on a grater. They are fed both in the form of mixtures (with beets or carrots), and in pure form.
2. Fish oil is a source of vitamins A and D, phosphorus and iodine. Please note that fish oil is stored only in the refrigerator, but even there the contents of an open container deteriorate after a few days.
3. Fat-free cottage cheese is a great way for the bird’s body to “get” protein, vitamins, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, calcium and lactic acid. However, keep in mind that only crumbly fresh cottage cheese will do.
4. Gammarus and mealworms are also great options. In nature, parrots will occasionally feast on insects and will appreciate your attempt to diversify their diet with tasty and healthy food.