Avocado contains a toxin called persin, a fungicidal toxin present in
the avocado. It is generally harmless to humans, but when consumed by birds it is dangerous. Persin is also an
oil-soluble compound, structurally similar to a fatty acid. Avocado poisoning can be deadly to birds. Persin is toxic to birds
generally! Birds like; (canaries, parakeets, cockatiels and large
parrots) and all other Pet Birds should never be fed avocado, as they
are extremely susceptible to persin toxicity.
Signs of persin poisoning in birds includes the following:
- Inability to perch,
- Respiratory distress,
- Fluid accumulation around the bird’s heart and lungs,
- Liver and kidney failure
- And sudden death.
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