Can Green Cheeks have Starburst candy?

Conures_r_cute

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My Green Cheek Conure Drago almost grabbed a mini Starburst but I took it from him, so that got me thinking if it would be harmful to him if he ate it?
 

Inger

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Well it certainly wouldn’t be good for him. It’s almost 100% sugar.


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I don't think it would be a good idea. My husband used to give our sun a tiny peice on granola bar and it eventually gave him a yeast infection under his wings.
 

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I don't think it would be fatal, but so much refined sugar, preservatives, artificial colors/flavors etc... in such a concentrated form could possibly make him sick to his stomach. There is no need to give your bird a candy. I'm sure he'd be just as happy with a raisin or other piece of (no sugar added, un-sulfered) dried fruit:)
 

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LordTriggs

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think of the sugar rush induced hyper mode haha!

A little raisin or piece of less offered fruit would be a better option as a little treat. Or a much sought after sunflower seed
 

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