Is it safe to feed Persimmons?

[Ash]

I was wondering if it is safe to feed my Alexandrines/conure persimmons?
We have a lot growing down our driveway and nobody in my household likes to eat them.

Thanks

 

[Sulphiria]

From what I found, nope, they can be toxic.

BIRDS COME FIRST - FEEDING YOUR PARROTS

 

[Ash]

I also looked around and some sites say it's safe, so I wasn't too sure.

 

[Sulphiria]

Yeah. I would err on the side of caution. Ive read that some people feed their birds avocado too, but I wouldnt risk it.

 

[PortaPerch]

Unripe persimmons pucker your lips. I believe it's the alum. Ripe ones are squishy, and sweet as all get out, and great under cream.

 

[Remy]

This site says that only unripe persimmons are bad, but ripe is okay: fruitandveg

For the record, this is the first I've heard about persimmons. I fed some to Puck when ours were in season, and he was fine.

 

[henpecked]

Wild birds and animals eat them which is usually a good sign.

 

[Pedro]

We were discussing persimmons on another forum & yes they are safe.
There were are heap of people feeding their parrots them.

 

[Ash]

Ok thank you all
I may just give them some today and see if they like it.

 

[Ash]

I gave my alexandrines some and they are LOVING it!

 

[Melscamp]

Such an old post but still helpful! I gave my babies a piece, then took it away but I think I'll try it again. Just not going to give them any of the skin.