PIGEON MOULTING MIX : SEVEN WONDER SEEDS by IAN McKAY
CORN - Corn has the lowest protein content
of the cereals (7.1%), but a high starch content (65.7%), and a fibre content (1.3%). It has the highest fat content of grains of grains (4%). Corn is avidly consumed by pigeons and because of
its high fat content, it should be given sparingly (max 20%of the diet). In intense cold weather it can be increased to 30% so that the pigeon can
compensate for heat loss.
GREEN PEAS - Green peas are the most suitable protein rich legumes for our pigeons. The protein content at (19.4%) is lower than that of pigeon peas, but green peas are very nutritious and more easily digested. In addition, the various vitamins are better represented than in other legumes. Green peas has a good vit B content and contain vit E and carotene. Green peas should form 50% of the leguminous part of the diet.
SUNFLOWER - Sunflower seeds are high in protein and have a high calorie count to weight ratio meaning birds do not need to spend as much time searching for other seeds. Packed with oil
and protein they are a real year round favourite and full of nutrition. Providing birds with the correct food will keep their feathers, skin and beaks in a healthy condition.
SAFFLOWER - Safflower seed is high in protein but also has a very high fat content. Therefore 1-2% in the food mixture is adequate.
WHEAT - Wheat is an excellent food for pigeon.
It’s digestible protein contents are somewhat higher than that of other grains 9.7%, the starch content is 63.5%, fat content is 1.2%, the raw fibre content is low at 0.9%. Wheat should form maximum of 20% of the diet. Too much wheat can
cause digestive problems.
MILO / SORGHUM - Milo / sorghum is a small grain that comes in various sizes and colours, from white to reddish brown. White milo / sorghum is the largest and is probably the most nutritious.
It is easily digested and has high starch content. The protein content is low. It is not especially valuable as a pigeon food but 2-3% can be added to give the diet more variety.
LINSEED - Linseed has about the same protein
content as green peas but much higher fat content ( about 35% ). Linseed may be given only in very small quantities. It helps the growth
of young birds. Moreover, linseed gives the pigeon smooth and silky plumage.
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