Can degus eat pumpkin seeds?
Yes, but only a little: degus can eat pumpkin seeds. Germany’s TVT says to feed very fatty pumpkin seeds only as single treats by hand. The Zurich animal welfare society (Zürcher Tierschutz) lists pumpkin seeds among foods to give only rarely.
How to serve it: one at a time by hand (TVT), rarely
Good to know: The TVT says single seeds or nuts fed by hand are a good way to build trust with your degus.
Sources
- TVT Merkblatt Nr. 154: Heimtiere – Degus (2023)
- Zürcher Tierschutz (Zurich animal welfare society) – Degus: Haltung
Last checked: November 2026