What fruit do Rosella eat?

Answer 1

Captive Rosellas have access to a much wider variety of fruit species than in the wild. Rosella owners feed their birds fruit from their native habitat in Australia and Tasmania as well as fruit that doesn't grow there. Rosellas generally prefer eating non-native fruits such as apples, blackberries, Oranges and mangoes. The Avian Web website suggests that different species of Rosellas have different fruit-eating preferences. According to the website, crimson Rosellas prefer fresh fruits while golden mantle Rosellas prefer to eat only small bits of fruit and leave the rest for later.

Bird experts suggest a steady diet of cockatiel or canary seeds, safflowers, sunflowers and millet. They also suggested a mix of a sprouted or germinated seeds for a well-balanced diet. Sprouted seeds contain more nutrition and less fat than dry seeds and are a healthier alternative for Rosellas.
Many Rosella owners feed their pets a variety of vegetables. Rosellas preferences run toward cucumber, kale, sweet potatoes, alfalfa, corn on the cob, broccoli and beans. In the wild, Rosellas often eat worms and small insects when available. In captivity, owners often supplement their diet with these food sources as well as meal worms and boiled eggs as a source of protein.