Hi. I have read a lot about peanuts not being good for parrots due to aflatoxin which they are much more sensitive to than humans. My question is, when this is said about peanuts, are we talking about whole peanuts? The kind that comes in a brown shell (referred to by some as monkey nuts), which when broken open contains two peanuts inside? Or are we talking about peanuts themselves (the ones already taken out of the shell)?
Also, when saying they are not good for parrots, are we saying that if given for years they may cause illness? Or are we saying that if given (even a few peanuts) the parrot might get an acutely toxic dose if the peanuts have a high level of aflatoxin?
Is there any difference in safety whether the peanuts are in the shell or peeled?
Thank you.
Also, when saying they are not good for parrots, are we saying that if given for years they may cause illness? Or are we saying that if given (even a few peanuts) the parrot might get an acutely toxic dose if the peanuts have a high level of aflatoxin?
Is there any difference in safety whether the peanuts are in the shell or peeled?
Thank you.