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Mostly, yes, rabbits can eat fruit, but only as a treat. A bite or two per day is enough.

Generally speaking, rabbits can eat the same fruit that we can; parts of the fruit that we can't eat (like peels, stones) should be removed first. Some plants are poisonous for rabbits (including some fruit), so be careful what you give your bunny to eat. (See the related link below for a list of poisonous plants.)

Fresh fruits and veggies are a great way to add variety to your bunny's diet. They're also a fun way to interact with your bunny, because you can find out which ones your rabbit likes, and which ones she or he doesn't like. You can also put them in toys, or use them as a reward, like in training, or as a treat after a stressful event. They're less expensive than packaged treats from the store, and much better for your bunny.

Fruits and veggies can make your rabbit sick if you give too much of them. Dark leafy greens (like romaine lettuce, basil, and carrot tops) are the best kind. All other veggies (like carrot) and fruit should be considered treats.

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These fruits are safe for bunnies:

  • Orange (remove the peel)
  • Papaya (remove the pit, and all plant parts like twigs, leaves, etc.)
  • Peach (remove the pit, and all plant parts like twigs, leaves, etc.)
  • Persimmon
  • Pineapple (only the parts we can eat, too)
  • Plum (remove the pit, and all plant parts like twigs, leaves, etc.)
  • Tomato (remove all plant parts, like twigs, leaves, etc.)
  • Currants
  • Grapes
  • Kiwi
  • Mango (remove the pit, and all plant parts like twigs, leaves, etc.)
  • Melon
  • Nectarine (remove the pit, and all plant parts like twigs, leaves, etc.)
  • Apple (remove the seeds)
  • Banana (remove the skin)
  • Berries
  • Cherries (remove the pit, and all plant parts like twigs, leaves, etc.)
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