auntphibian Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 I've seen our zoo using keys as toys for the birds. I asked if they weren't concerned about the birds chewing on them, as I thought they were toxic, but I couldn't remember. I know I've seen it somewhere, but can't find it now..... Can anyone tell me if house/car keys are toxic to birds and why, so I can pass it on to them. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
she Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 I dont let mine play with keys because of possable risk of metal poisoning.I am not really sure if thats the case but prefere not to take the risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Char Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 I don't let my birds chew on any questionable metals including keys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 I agree with Char. B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovethatgrey Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 I definitely wouldn't let my parrots play with my keys. They are also VERY dirty.{Feel-good-00020114}<br><br>Post edited by: lovethatgrey, at: 2009/10/11 21:13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Nope, no keys for my kids or fids! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 All VERY wise comments reagrding car and house keys. Most keys are a base of brass (copper + zinc = VERY BAD for birds)) then plated with other alloys, older ones even have amounts of lead in them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Nope no keys here either unless its the plastic baby keys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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