Desert Herbs Dandelion Leaf for Birds – Natural Herbal Supplement
A naturally nutrient-rich leafy herb for birds Bring Botanical Variety to Your Bird’s Food Bowl Desert Herbs Dandelion Leaf for Birds is a dried, single-ingredient botanical that makes it easy to add natural leafy-green variety to a companion bird’s feeding routine. Offer it in a separate dish for free-choice feeding or sprinkle a small amount over regular food as a flavorful, foraging-friendly complement to a balanced avian diet. 🌿Single-herb dandelion leaf 🦜For companion birds 🥄Offer free choice or sprinkle 📦Resealable 4 oz pouch Why Add Dandelion Leaf? Naturally Occurring Vitamins The package highlights dandelion leaf as a natural source of vitamins A, C and K. These nutrients occur naturally in the plant and complement a nutritionally complete bird food. Plant-Based Minerals Dandelion leaf naturally contains calcium, iron and potassium, adding botanical variety to an enrichment-focused feeding routine. Antioxidant Variety Naturally occurring plant antioxidants and phytonutrients make dandelion leaf a colorful addition to a balanced, species-appropriate diet. Suitable Companion Birds Offer a modest amount appropriate for your bird’s size, species and normal diet. Dandelion leaf can add natural variety for many seed-eating birds and parrots. Small Birds Finches, canaries, budgies and other small companion birds. Medium Parrots Cockatiels, lovebirds, parrotlets and similarly sized parrots. Larger Parrots Conures, African greys, amazons, macaws and other parrots when offered in moderation. How to Feed Dandelion Leaf Start Small Introduce a small amount so your bird can become familiar with the aroma, texture and taste. Choose a Method Offer in a separate clean dish for free-choice feeding or sprinkle lightly over regular food. Keep It Fresh Remove wet or soiled herbs, clean the serving dish and provide fresh drinking water daily. Serving method How to offer Best practice Free choice Place a small amount in a separate clean treat dish Let the bird explore without replacing its normal food Food topper Sprinkle a modest amount over pellets, seed or other regular food Mix lightly and monitor acceptance Foraging enrichment Add a small amount to a clean, food-safe foraging setup Keep the herb dry and remove contaminated material Feeding note: The package shown says “feed free choice” but does not provide a measured daily serving. Begin conservatively and follow any additional directions printed on the pouch you receive. Ingredients, Product Details & Storage Ingredient Dried dandelion leaf (Taraxacum officinale). Net Weight 4 oz (113 g) in a resealable stand-up pouch. Storage Reseal after opening and store in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. Please note: Dandelion Leaf is a supplemental botanical, not a complete food or veterinary medicine. It should not replace a nutritionally complete species-appropriate diet. Because dandelion leaf can influence fluid balance, consult an avian veterinarian before use if your bird has kidney disease, takes medication or has a medically restricted diet. Stop offering it and seek veterinary advice if a new food causes an adverse reaction. Frequently Asked Questions What is Desert Herbs Dandelion Leaf for Birds? It is dried dandelion leaf packaged as a supplemental botanical for companion birds. It may be offered free choice or sprinkled in a small amount over regular food. Which birds can eat dandelion leaf? Dandelion leaf may be offered in moderation to finches, canaries, budgies, cockatiels and parrots as part of a balanced, species-appropriate diet. What nutrients occur naturally in dandelion leaf? The product label highlights naturally occurring vitamins A, C and K; calcium; iron; potassium; and antioxidants. It does not state the amount of each nutrient per serving. How much dandelion leaf should I give my bird? The package shown says to feed free choice but does not provide a measured dose. Start with a small amount, monitor acceptance and keep it supplemental to the normal diet. Does dandelion leaf replace pellets or complete bird food? No. It adds natural dietary variety but does not supply complete nutrition. Continue feeding the balanced food recommended for your bird’s species. How should the pouch be stored? Keep the pouch tightly resealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. Add a Little More Green to Their Routine Explore more bird products and bird feeding and nutrition supplies from Pet MegaMart.