Can parrots eat durian?

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With caution
Durian · Fruits

Durian flesh isn't toxic and some parrots enjoy it, but it's very high in fat and sugar (and famously pungent), so it's a small, occasional treat at most. Remove the large seeds.

Keeper's noteA small piece of ripe durian flesh occasionally is fine for birds that like it. Remove seeds, and don't make it a staple given how rich it is.

What to watch out for with durian

Durian's creamy flesh is non-toxic and brings some vitamins, but it's unusually rich — high in both fat and sugar compared with most fruit — so it's easy to overdo. The big seeds should be removed, and the smell, while harmless, is divisive. This is a flagged entry given limited avian data.

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