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SUBSTANCES TOXIC TO BIRDS Foods To Avoid Alcohol (long term exposure can result in liver disease Chocolate (commonly thought to be toxic but not proven) Raw meat, raw poultry (due to risk of bacterial contamination) Raw onions (may contain Peudomonas bacteria in skins) Avocado (Fat content, toxicity has been documented in budgies and canaries fed large amounts. Large psittacines may consume safely but does not warrant risk) Moldy foods: Any moldy food may contain aflatoxins. Peanuts are especially dangerous because may have mold inside the shell which can be inhaled when shelled causing Aspergillosis.Fumes Aerosol propellant Aerosol ingredient Bleach Carbon dioxide Carbon monoxide Carpet freshening products Chlordane Chlorine Drain cleaners Flea bombs Floor cleaners Floor polish Formaldehyde Gasoline Hair spray, dyes Kerosene Nail polish, remover Naphtha products Oven cleaners Paint, lacquers, varnish, shellac, paint remover, thinner Perfume Pesticides Propane Smoke and scented candles Teflon or Silverstone WaxMiscellaneous Asbestos Insecticides Lead shot Lye Match tips Moth balls Shoe polish ZincPotential Dangers Ceiling fans Frayed electrical wiring Hot pot, pan, utensils Hot water from tap Lit electric stoves Lit gas stoves Poisonous plants Rotating window Uncurtained windows Open toilets© 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2004, (PIJAC), AH |
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