Can Birds Eat Hemp Seeds?
Hemp seeds have grown in popularity in recent years. Although the seeds come from cannabis plants, they contain virtually no THC (the psychoactive component of cannabis) and are safe for both animals and humans to eat. In fact, many health enthusiasts use hemp seeds in smoothies, salads and other dishes. Hemp seeds are also a popular ingredient in bird seed mixes. Hemp seeds are also enjoyed by caged birds.
Yes, wild birds can eat hemp seeds. In fact, they’re rich in healthy oils, protein and essential fats, making them a nutritious choice. Finches enjoy hemp seeds, also with sparrows and many seed eating garden birds.
Benefits of Hemp seeds for birds
- Highly nutritious
- Vitamin rich
- Suitable for many different birds, including chicks
- Pleasant aroma helps to attract more birds to your garden
Best to place them on a bird table, ground feeder or window feeder. You can mix Hemp seed with your normal bird seed. If you would like to have it already mixed try these mixes
Did you know?
Hemp seeds can be used in fishing. Hemp seeds attract carp and roach. Best to scatter a handful of hemp seeds around your fishing area to create a carpet of hemp.
Your hemp seeds should be stored somewhere cool and dry. We recommend that it should be used within 5 months of purchase - just to make sure it stays fresh and nutritious for your garden birds.
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