In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of parrot nutrition, exploring their diverse dietary needs based on findings of scientific research on what parrots eat in the wild. Dr. Jason Crean shares what makes up a parrot's natural diet and the importance of replicating this diversity in captivity. We also explore the benefits of avian teas, which pellets are best, how to feed your birds and more!Key Points:Lorikeet DietToucan DietParrot DietPellets for ParrotsDiverse Foods for ParrotsWhy a Raw Food Diet is so ImportantCan behaviours improve with diet?Portion sizes to feedFats in a Parrot DietDebunking Myths on Toxic FoodsAvian TeasSpecial Guests:Dr Jason Crean @drjasoncrean biologist, educator and consultant who specializes in all species education.“They are surviving, but parrots are opportunistic, so they can eat all kinds of different things” - Dr. Jason Crean  Links:https://www.drcrean.com/drcrean-home https://biobirdblends.company.site/ https://www.theparrotshop.ca/search.asp?keyword=biodiversity Connect with us on Instagram @theparrotpodcast https://www.instagram.com/theparrotpodcast/ ? Parrot Nutrition Guideline: https://poodlesandparrots.com/products ? Helpful Blogs: https://poodlesandparrots.com/ ? Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/poodlesandparrots ? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poodlesandparrots/ ? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theparrotpodcast/ ? Pinterest: pinterest.com/poodlesandparrots JUST FOR YOU!? Ebooks & FREEBIES: https://poodlesandparrots.com/products ??‍⚕️ Online avian vet anytime, anywhere with Vetster: vetster.sjv.io/bak3bm