Can parrots eat lentils?

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Yes — cooked lentils are an excellent plant-protein source for parrots. Cook them thoroughly; raw lentils, like all dry legumes, should not be fed dry.

Keeper's noteCook plain and mix into chop, or sprout them. A cheap, healthy protein boost especially valued during molt.

Why lentils is good for parrots

Cooked lentils are protein- and fiber-rich and easily digested, making them a great chop ingredient. As with all legumes, they need cooking — though lentils are also among the easiest and safest legumes to sprout, which is another good way to serve them.

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