How to supplement calcium for parrots
1. Feed health sand
The easiest way to supplement calcium for parrots is to feed parrots with health sand. Health sand is a kind of mineral feed, which is rich in nutrients. Using this method to supplement calcium to parrots can supplement calcium to parrots at the same time. It can also help it supplement a variety of other nutrients. In addition, health sand also has the effect of maintaining and enhancing the digestive function of parrot birds. If the calcium in the bird is relatively deficient, the bird has a greater demand for calcium, and the breeder needs to insist on supplying the bird with an appropriate amount of health sand every day. Note that before feeding the parrot health sand, it should be sterilized and disinfected to ensure the cleanliness of the health sand.
2. Use powder to supplement
The feeder can usually use millet, barnyard tares, millet, eggshell meal, etc. as the staple food of the birds, in addition to feeding oyster meal or bone meal The standing feed for birds, usually feed the birds in moderation to prevent calcium deficiency in the birds. Or the breeder can also place a whole piece of dried cuttlefish bone in the cage for the birds to peck. In addition, the breeder can also select or grind sand with smaller particles and mix it into the bird’s feed for them to eat, or can also mix an appropriate amount of shell meal and bone meal into the health sand to feed the birds. Note that it is best to use shell powder that has been accumulated by the sea for many years, because this kind of shell has less bacteria. If using fresh shells, be sure to sterilize them before using them.
3. Feed calcium and phosphorus powder
Some parrots may have cartilage and other deficiencies even if the breeders usually supplement them with health sand. Symptoms of calcium, such as poor bone development, physical weakness, etc. In this case, it is recommended to supplement it with Geyin calcium and phosphorus powder, which is a special calcium and phosphorus powder for birds. It is rich in nutrients such as calcium and phosphorus, which can help birds adjust the ratio of calcium and phosphorus in their bodies. Proper ratio is the key to promoting efficient utilization of calcium in the body. In addition, in addition to supplementing calcium nutrition for calcium-deficient parrots, it is also necessary to allow parrots to bask in the sun, and appropriate ultraviolet radiation can promote the absorption of calcium by parrots.
