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Yes. While the horse chestnut is not eaten by humans since they are not sweet like the species eaten roasted in the fall. They are a nut and squirrels and other small animals rely on the abundant harvest prior to the long winter.

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Why do conkers grow inside spiky shells?

They grow in spiky shells because of defence matters. Animals will eat conkers, animals such as squirrels, badgers ect. WARNING! do not pick up conkers as they can poke into your skin and may cause bleeding!


Do deer eat conkers?

Deer eat conkers. Conkers are more commonly known as horse chestnuts. These nuts are slightly poisonous. However, deer have the capability of breaking down the toxins and are able to eat them safely.


Do sheep eat conkers?

No, sheep should not eat conkers, which are the seeds of the horse chestnut tree. Conkers contain toxic compounds, including aesculin, that can be harmful to sheep and other animals if ingested. While sheep are generally grazers and can eat a variety of plants, it's important to ensure that their diet consists of safe and suitable forage. Always consult a veterinarian if you're unsure about specific plants that may be harmful to livestock.


Can guinea pigs eat conkers?

NO! they will slowly choke and die DO NOT TRY!


What can you do with conkers?

play CONKERS


Can you eat horse chestnuts when pregnant?

Conkers (Horse Chestnuts) are inedible, possibly toxic to everyone.


Were did conkers get their name?

Conkers are named after the hard, shiny seeds of the horse chestnut tree which are called "conkers." The game of conkers involves stringing these seeds together and trying to break your opponent's conker.


What type of nut grows in conkers?

Conkers is the nickname of the Horse Chestnut.


How do conkers get dispersed?

The conker comes in a casing. The casing falls of the tree, opens up and the conker rolls away. An animal, such as a squirrel, will eat conkers and acorns. If the squirrel doesn't eat it then it will store it underground. It buries the conker and fills the hole so nobody will spot it. Unlike dogs they don't have a very good memory. They won't remember where they put their seed so it will grow into a tree.


Which three produces conkers?

The horse chestnut tree produces conkers, which are the seeds found inside the spiky capsules that fall to the ground in autumn. The conkers are popular for playing the traditional British game of conkers, where players try to smash each other's conkers by taking turns to strike them.


Can you take conkers into corfu?

Um yes? You can take conkers anywhere you want. Silly person!


What rhymes with conkers?

Some words that rhyme with "conkers" are bonkers, honkers, and monikers.