Can budgies eat pumpkin?
Yes, budgies can eat pumpkin in small amounts. RSPCA Australia and Purdue count pumpkin and squash among the yellow or orange vegetables for birds.
How to serve it: rind and seeds removed, in small pieces
Good to know: We found no bird source on pumpkin seeds.
Sources
- RSPCA Australia – What should I feed my birds?
- Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine – General Husbandry of Caged Birds
Last checked: November 2026