are tomatoes safe for Eclectus

[Talaya]

Hi all,

I have read lots on the diet for an Ekkie, some say the tomatoes (fruit only) are safe and on the other it’s not listed. so far I’ve not fed any . Can they eat the seeds ?

what is everyone’s experience ?

I ask as we have tomato’s for supper and I can easily give half to him to play/eat On a kabob.

 

[saxguy64]

I've also read things on both sides of this. I'm honestly not sure, so I don't feed tomatos, solely based on the acidity level, but that's just me. I generally take the approach of, if it's questionable, pick something else. Better safe than sorry, right? I know we have folks who give cherry tomatoes, (but not specifically with ekkies) and haven't heard about any issues with them, but I'm kinda over cautious with my guys.

 

[MayMaroa]

I have heard(but not sure) that only give half of the tomato once a week, but as

saxguy64 if you're are not sure about something its better not to do it​

I myself feed my birds half a cherry tomato not weekly just rarely

 

[chris-md]

Tomatoes generally are safe. It’s the acid that’s concerning. Anything acid, really, including citrus like oranges. Just limit the acid to avoid upsetting the digestive system. A bit do tomato here and there shouldn’t be a problem.

 

[MyFeatheredFlock]

I wouldn’t give them any. I’ve seen some people say yes and some say no, so I don’t think it’s worth the risk.

 

[Talaya]

Thank you everyone for your replies, I too have erred on the side of caution, I might try a small cube tomorrow.
It’s rare we have tomatoes as I’m not a great fan myself of them just plain. I’ve had to teach him some foods are ok to eat, tomatoes won’t be one lol. so he’s never going to get too many.

 

[Laurasea]

I feed tomatoes weekly to my flock and have for years no issues. I asked my vet and she said fine as long as not daily mentioned the acidity level as others have stated.

I do not feed any citrus because citric acid and iron storage. Tho soft bills are mentioned with this.

Mine really love them lots. ( tomatoes (

 

[HeatherG]

My birds love cherry tomatoes! Especially cut in half so they can see the seeds.

Peppers are also a big hit (with seeds).

 

[wrench13]

Peppers, the hotter the better, a big YES. Tomatoes - I would not and do not offer them, for the acid thing. Always better to err on the side of caution.

 

[Talaya]

Well I tried him with A small wedge of a 1 inch tomato and he just threw it out of the bowl.so no tomatoes.

 

[Cottonoid]

Well that settles that question