Prestige African Parakeet Mix 1kg

Prestige African Parakeet Mix 1kg

Versele-Laga Prestige African Parakeet Mix 1kg is an enriched seed mixture made for African parakeets such as lovebirds and parrotlets. It is fortified with vitamins, amino acids and minerals and includes extruded VAM-pellets to help keep your birds in optimal condition. It suits South African bird keepers who want a quality, enriched seed base for their small African parrots.

Key Benefits

• Enriched seed mixture: Fortified with essential vitamins, amino acids and minerals, which together support optimal condition.
• Extruded VAM-pellets: Pellets are blended through the seed so the mix offers more than loose seed alone.
• High-quality seeds: Selected specifically for African parakeets rather than as a general-purpose bird seed.
• Scientifically informed recipe: Formulated in consultation with the scientific team of Loro Parque in Tenerife.
• Trusted name: Part of the Prestige range from Versele-Laga, a well-established specialist in bird nutrition.

Suitable For

• Lovebirds
• Parrotlets
• Other African parakeet species kept by hobbyists and breeders

Specifications

• Brand: Versele-Laga
• Range: Prestige
• Type: Enriched seed mixture with extruded VAM-pellets
• Enrichment: Vitamins, amino acids and minerals
• Developed with: The scientific team of Loro Parque (Tenerife)
• Weight: 1 kg (2.2 lb)

What's Included

• 1 kg (2.2 lb) of Versele-Laga Prestige African Parakeet Mix

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I feed this mix to my lovebirds?
Yes. Lovebirds are one of the African parakeet species this enriched seed mixture is specifically designed for.

Is it suitable for parrotlets?
Yes. Parrotlets are named alongside lovebirds as birds this mix is made for.

What are the pellets mixed in with the seed?
They are extruded VAM-pellets, blended into the seed as part of the enriched formula. The mix as a whole is fortified with vitamins, amino acids and minerals.

Who helped develop the formula?
Versele-Laga composed this mix in consultation with the scientific team of Loro Parque in Tenerife.

What size does it come in?
It is sold in a single 1 kg (2.2 lb) size.

How should I store seed in South Africa's warmer, humid regions?
Keep the mix sealed in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. This is especially important in coastal areas such as Durban, where humidity can spoil seed more quickly.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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