How to Sprout Seeds for Your Parrot! | BirdNerdSophie

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Hi everyone! Thanks for watching my video on how to sprout seeds and legumes for your parrot! I hope this video covers everything you need to know about sprouting, but if you have any questions, please leave them in the comments as I’d love to chat to you!
Also apologies for the wacky lighting changes - we are having weird weather today!
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@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

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@randijohnson7573 3 года назад

Hello! I tried to use the code but it did not apply. Thanks!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

@@randijohnson7573 Hi Randi! Are you in the US and which products are you trying to buy using it?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

@@randijohnson7573 Hey! Just an edit to say the code is now working properly :)

@randijohnson7573 3 года назад

Yes, I'm in the US and thanks, I'll give it another go!! :) Thanks again for responding!

@brendazadina4229 3 года назад

I love the little pillow on you bed

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Thank you1 It was a gift! :)

@oliviagrudniok8401 3 года назад

Yeah it's so cute!

@videostar323 Год назад

I love it too!

@sandraponte3121 2 года назад

Thank you, Sophie…just wondering, how do you store the sprouts between feedings and how long will they stay fresh?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

I keep sprouting them each day so they stay in the sprouting jar and I feed them each morning - they usually last about 4 or so days once the white tails have appeared!

@sinned2080 Год назад

I tried everything you mentioned and my Bourke Parakeets DEVOURED the lentils, garbanzo, and mung beans I sprouted for them. Thank you 😊

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

I’m glad to hear that they enjoyed them 😍

@luanahaigood278 2 года назад

Bird is so sweet, he leans against you and tucks one foot.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

She loves a cuddle :)

@helenellsworth9556 7 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing, 😊 I have a lutino pied male, and lutino pearl, she's lovely and dam loud, whistles and all sorts leaving the male well behind 😅 I think their genetic is mixed up 🤣they both under 12 months just

@BirdNerdSophie 7 месяцев назад

Adorable 🥰

@christineclifton7191 3 месяца назад

I have been having a hard time sprouting I used apple cider vinger and I am still getting mold I've made so many batches for it to mold which get expensive is there any other factors to the mold I use the same jars you use I understand mold is very dangerous to our birds and can't seem to get mold free Sprouts

@BirdNerdSophie 3 месяца назад

You can try GSE (grapefruit seed extract) instead of apple cider vinegar (8 drops). You can also sprout less at a time and give them a good shake in the jar to get a lot of the water out before setting them down to sprout! It can take a lot of practice to get it right with is okay! You could also just start with soaking - The Parrot Teacher has a great video on soaking seeds!

@5353joan Месяц назад

Hi what seeds can I use for my Quaker parrot?

@BirdNerdSophie Месяц назад

All of the ones in this video are safe for Quakers! Sprouted lentils, quinoa, buckwheat, oat groats, mung beans etc!

@KatiaKotelnikova 10 месяцев назад

thank you so much for all the information you provide 😊

@BirdNerdSophie 10 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! 😊

@BrandiV 3 месяца назад

Do you need to use the ACV with each rinse? Or just for the first soak?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 месяца назад

Different people do it in different ways! I always use ACV or GSE in the first soak, but you can also do the rinses and a dunk in GSE/ACV water before leaving to drain!

@wakeupfeelinggreateveryday1723 7 месяцев назад

How can they be stored and how long in the frig? Can any sprouted mix be frozen or is that too mushy when thawed. ty Haha haaaa while holding the rinsed seeds to see their size watch as some look as if they are baby turtles swimming to the surface

@BirdNerdSophie 6 месяцев назад

I prefer not to freeze them as they do go a bit weird! I also don't store them in the fridge personally - I sprout enough to us eon day 1, 2 and 3 at different growth stages!

@lavisshsturniolo Год назад

Can I use white vinegar (looks clear) instead of apple cider vinegar ?

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

No I wouldn’t recommend that!

@tammyirwin3503 2 года назад

I have no idea what amount to feed my barraband parrot….I thought I heard you say 1teaspoon twice a day….was that just seeds them supplement with veggies and fruit?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Yes for small birds I offer a heaped teaspoon of sprouts, then 1-2 heaped teaspoons of veg and a very small piece of fruit 😊

@lauraperoutka5279 Год назад

Hi, I have another question for you! I read that chickpeas and lentils and other legumes should always be cooked. But how do you sprout cooked beans or chickpeas? Or am I wrong in that?

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Most beans and legumes are toxic when raw/sprouted and must be cooked! The only ones that are safe to sprout (uncooked) are chickpeas, lentils, mung beans and aduki beans 😊

@laurajanefoster85 Год назад

Hi Sophie, is it ok to feed at any stage of sprouting? Or must they have full tails? The mix i have is sprouting at a very varied rate and i dont want some to go over while waiting for the rest. I want to eat them myself!

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

I feed once the little tails just start to poke out and you can only just see them, then onwards from there!

@erikkijy5597 3 года назад

This video is very helpful! My budgie took to sprouts very easily and I enjoy sprouting my own seeds. Thanks for promoting healthy diets and parrot wellbeing in general

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Thanks for watching Erik! I enjoy the sprouting process and seeing them grow - and my birds love devouring them too! 😊

@archiesflock7517 3 года назад

Sprouts are so healthy! I just use a sieve 😂 ❤️

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

I used to but I ended up wasting loads 😂

@mariahgaudet5527 2 года назад

I heard this rumor that millet is toxic to birds when soaked, I know millet isnt the healthiest and should only be given as a treat but would soaking them be bad in moderation?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Millet is perfectly fine to soak and sprout but there are some things that shouldn’t be soaked such as dari/sorghum!

@markyjohnson5713 Год назад

How long does the sprouting process last b4 feeding it to the birds ?

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

You can usually start feeding after 1.5-2 days 😊

@sherylsmith-bq6hn 4 месяца назад

what seeds can i sprout for my birds

@BirdNerdSophie 4 месяца назад

There’s a huge variety - check out the book ‘A Parrot’s Healthy Dining Go Raw’ !

@jase123111 Год назад

They looks really tasty...can us humans eat them / are they healthy for us too?

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Yes they are very healthy for people! My favourites are alfalfa sprouts!

@robertoran929 3 года назад

Hello sofie!! Im unclear as to when to serve the sprouts.... after how many days of sprouting?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Hi Robert! Most sprouts will take 3 or for days to be ready to serve! It will depend on how warm your house is and the type of sprout! 😊

@pm6829 5 месяцев назад

Hello do the beans have to be organic?

@BirdNerdSophie 5 месяцев назад

No but I prefer to buy organic 😊

@kurapikakurta1997 2 года назад

My seeds started sprouting yesterday and Lemon got to try some! He actually really likes both of them.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Yay! Good work Lemon! :)

@chavelygalo1158 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video! Very Helpful! I have a question, do you only use the ACV in the initial soaking /first day or you use is on every day rince?

@BirdNerdSophie 10 месяцев назад

Initial soaking but you can rinse with it if you want 😊

@chavelygalo1158 10 месяцев назад

@@BirdNerdSophiegreat. Thank you so much for your quick response 😊

@mariasardos6860 6 месяцев назад

How do we store them? On countertop or fridge. Thanks.

@BirdNerdSophie 6 месяцев назад

I personally keep a continuous loop of sprouting between a couple of sprouting jars so I don’t need to store them in the fridge!

@mariasardos6860 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for ur reply. I have only 1 cockatiel so I only need a smaller amount.

@juliaa9293 2 года назад

Can millet be sprouted?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Yea 😊

@seachelllles 2 месяца назад

Thank u!!!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 месяца назад

You're welcome!

@inaamraad5327 Год назад

Can we feed sprouted beans

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Only aduki beans, mung beans, chickpeas, green peas and lentils are the only beans/legumes that can be sprouted!

@AmandaDarkercrafter68 3 года назад

Hi i have been wattching your videos but sprouting has got me lost which is ok cause i havent got my bird jet my little cockatiels but i want to give them the best i both to spouting jars please help!!!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Hi Amanda! What sort of help do you need? 😊

@AmandaDarkercrafter68 3 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie what types of seeds, lagons ect that i can sprout. Thanks Sophie.

@loradavis3288 Год назад

Hi, Sophie. I just have one GCC and she's still a baby, just a little over 3 months. I've ordered an EZ sprouter. Can I sprout just 2-3 tablespoons worth at a time or will it not work right? Just trying to avoid tons of unnecessary waste.

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Yes you absolutely can 😊 I often eat any of the leftover sprouts haha!

@loradavis3288 Год назад

@@BirdNerdSophie thank you for answering. I know you've got to be busy with your new flock member. Can't wait for you to introduce him or her to us! I also plan to eat some of the sprouts. 😄

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

@@loradavis3288 it’s been an exciting day! can’t wait to introduce you to them next week 😊

@jessicarice1979 3 года назад

I just got a baby cockatiel never had a baby only adults before so I’m learning so much about how to feed him sprouts and chop mix thank you for showing this I definitely will try

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Thank you so much for watching! Let me know how your sprouting goes! 😊💙🦜

@conniecruz880 2 года назад

Hi Sophie I can't find soaked and sprouted times. It's caraway seed,Farro and anise seed. Could you help please?.Thank so much. I wanted to soak them.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Farro is 8-12 hours, I don’t think soaking is recommended for the other two!

@conniecruz880 2 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie OK thank you very much. Thank you also for being so nice and happy to help.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

@@conniecruz880 you’re welcome!

@susannemichelsen8879 Год назад

Hi Sophie, I just asked a question in the wrong video. You were mentioning here to try soaking buckwheat for 15 minutes and it could be fed. I did not see that something happened, it didn't look different. Did I misunderstand? Did I do something wrong? I really liked this video and would like to sprout and see if my Quaker likes it. I'd appreciate your feedback. 😊

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

You won’t see much of a different in appearance after soaking so don’t worry 😊

@PegMet1007 Год назад

Would you serve the quinoa to the birds on the third day? When would you serve the mung bean mix?

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Quinoa sprouts so quickly that you can feed it from the 2 hour soak onwards! I start serving the mung beans once the little white tail starts appearing!

@thinasankar7510 3 года назад

Thank you so much. It really worked for me. I'm having afew budgies they love the sprouted grains. 😊

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

I'm so glad you found the video useful and that your budgies like their sprouts! 🦜💚

@conniecruz880 2 года назад

How much do you give them

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Just answer your other comment!

@juliuswicked4587 2 года назад

is sprouted red sorghum safe on my african lovebirds?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Hey! No it’s not, there’s evidence to suggest that it can be toxic when soaked and sprouted!

@juliuswicked4587 2 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie oh sad 😅 thank you 😊

@candicet5973 3 года назад

Hi Sophie r spelt berries safe to sprout?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Yes 😊

@susannemichelsen8879 Год назад

Sophie, how do you store ready to eat Sprouts? Mine dried out. Thank you. 😊

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

I don’t store them as such, I just serve on each day of growing until they run out 😊

@susannemichelsen8879 Год назад

@BirdNerdSophie this is difficult to do with only one bird. The same with the chop. It is always too much and with the leafy greens I can't freeze it. I made this last chop last Saturday and I still have a lot left. He is just not a veggies bird but grains, legumes and crispy stuff and my home baked cookies he loves. 😊

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

@@susannemichelsen8879 totally get it! We try and plan chop around our meals too to reduce waste, and sprouts are tasty as well 😊

@videostar323 Год назад

Thanks for the apple cider vinegar tip! I’m new to sprouting but just bought a new sprout mix like the one you used in this video so I’m going to give it a try. Do I need to to rinse the sprouts again after leaving them in the jar to drain? Or do I just leave them there like that until they sprout? How long does it typically take for a sprout mix? Thanks Sophie!

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

You can also use grapefruit seed extract in place of ACV 😊 sprouts need to be rinsed twice a day during the draining process!

@videostar323 Год назад

@@BirdNerdSophie I ordered some apple cider vinegar even though the organic unpasteurized was pretty expensive - I’m guessing in about 2-3 days my mix should be sprouted. I’m curious to see if my birds like them. I plan to let them air dry for a while since my cockatiels prefer dry foods.

@videostar323 Год назад

@@BirdNerdSophie I also have a dry sprouted mix I get from Christine’s Chop Shop that my one cockatiels really loves. My other cockatiel won’t eat the grains or beans in it and will only eat the sprouted seeds. He is more of a seed addict since I got him as an adult and he was on an all seed diet for the first year of his life. He does eat some fresh veggies and pellets though but my other cockatiel definitely has a more varied diet.

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

@@videostar323 you could pay them dry with some kitchen towel as having some moisture in there is good for hydration 😊

@skort94 8 месяцев назад

Just started my first sprouts of green lentils, green peas, and mung beans. Let's see how it goes 🤞🏼

@BirdNerdSophie 8 месяцев назад

Awesome 😍

@skort94 8 месяцев назад

@@BirdNerdSophie this might be a silly question, but how do I know when they're done? Do I wait until they have leaves like for human sprouting or just until they have tails?

@BirdNerdSophie 8 месяцев назад

not a silly question at all! We feed just as the tails start to poke out :) @@skort94

@skort94 8 месяцев назад

@BirdNerdSophie 😬 looks like I'm starting again then 😅. Mine are more than poking out... they're about half an inch long

@SemMak._. 2 года назад

Thanks for the info Sophie, I tried sprouting seeds for my baby conure and she loves them!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

That's awesome! 😊 Thanks for watching!

@55098 4 года назад

Yeah cool 😎 I am working on a Cherry tree project germination of the seeds. Hope your well

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Ooh that sounds like fun! It's cool watching them grow :) I'm good and hope you and Buster are too!

@flockofthree7085 2 года назад

are raw soy beans okay for sprouting

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

I would avoid them - soy isn’t recommended much for birds anyway 😊

@flockofthree7085 2 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie okay! thank you :)

@BrandiV 3 месяца назад

Just popped in to say thank you for teaching me a great life skill. This was the most helpful video, and after years of debating sprouting, you gave me the confidence to try. I was so worried about bacteria and wasn’t quite sure how to use the AVC properly, but you convinced me, and I’m so thrilled with the results, and my new mama bird loves them.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful! 🥰

@yvonnemathis1183 3 года назад

Can you use their seed?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Most normal seed mixes aren’t suitable for sprouting!

@steveg43uk 11 месяцев назад

Hi Sophie, did you buy the mung beans in a can

@BirdNerdSophie 11 месяцев назад

No they are dried in a bag 😊

@steveg43uk 11 месяцев назад

And can i buy them in a supermarket, like tesco or morrisons etc@@BirdNerdSophie

@BirdNerdSophie 11 месяцев назад

@@steveg43uk yes they might do in the world foods section! I buy mine from Buy Wholefoods Online 😊

@mazk677 4 года назад

Hi beautiful which sprouting seeds you recommend for macaws? Xx

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Hello my lovely, hope you are well! Any of the ones mentioned in the video would be fine for macaws but I would probably go for the Best Bird Food Ever Wheat Free Sprouting Blend to start with as it has a few different bits in which will promote foraging! Also if your macaw likes nuts as treats, I highly recommend soaking them too, for example, soak organic almonds for 8-12 hours, rinse and serve - they are irresistible! :)

@mazk677 4 года назад

Thanks darling xx

@conyceo Год назад

Hi. I am living in South Korea. I have had a Hahn's Macaw that called "Wan Doo" I don't experience 'sprouting' Thanks for your Channel❤

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Han’s macaws are so cute, that’s awesome!

@rm1422 Год назад

Hi Sophie, I have purchased organic raw buckwheat groats and organic royal quinoa. Do I just soak the buckwheat in water to activate?. With the quinoa I purchased, can I just soak in water in a sprouting jar? Or do I need to add the apple cider vinegar? Is it crucial to the process? Much love,love your bird vids!! 😀🦜🦜🦜

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

If you are sprouting it when you need to use the ACV/ GSE to prevent bacterial growth, if you are servo them straight after soaking then you don’t need to use it 😊 and I’m glad you enjoy my videos! 💙

@danyco5425 Год назад

Tomorrow I will bring home my two beautiful cockatiels and I wanted to thank you for all the help ❤️ I have a question, can I feed the sprouting seed from day 1 or should I wait until the have completely sprouted day2-3? Thank you!

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

It’s best to wait until the little tails are just peeking out before you serve! Congrats on your new birds 😊

@TCookHopItHolidays771 4 года назад

I will def give this a go.

@hazardous3072 2 года назад

Hey can i use white vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar. Can i soak them without vinegar at all?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Hello! No white vinegar won’t work in the same way! And you’ll need to use either apple cider vinegar or GSE in the soak otherwise the risk of mould or bacteria is much higher!

@leannewilliams9383 2 года назад

Can I feed this to my pet dove. Thanks for your sprouting video I found them trying to sprout my normal bird seed.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Yes your dove can absolutely have sprouted items 😊

@jayelle7573 2 года назад

do you know how many drops of 100mg grapefruit seed extract I should put ? thank you for sharing your knowledge!!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

About 8 drops should be fine!

@staceysflock 3 года назад

I just ordered supplies to start sprouting, I’m excited for them to get here!! Thanks for the info 🤗

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

I'm glad you found it useful! I hope your flock enjoy the sprouts! 😁💙🦜

@staceysflock 3 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie I sure hope so I spent a fair bit of money on everything 😆

@judychandler7697 4 года назад

Thank you for this tutorial, I have been successful and the birds love them!

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Thanks for your comment Judy, I’m glad you found the video useful and that your birds loved them! ❤️🐣

@sheilabush7066 11 месяцев назад

Thank you!!! Hello from Michigan I will be trying this for my baby Chubby ❤

@BirdNerdSophie 11 месяцев назад

Adorable name 🥰

@cozymatcha11 Год назад

I enjoyed watching this video! I especially appreciate how you did three different sprouting batches and showed a day-to-day comparison, it helps to be able to see visually how the tail growth progression would look like. Also I love how you suggested apple cider vinegar and grapefruit seed extract as antibacterial agents. Considering this will be my first go at sprouting, I would feel a bit more at ease if I add a few drops in addition to monitoring it of course :)

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Good luck with your sprouting 🥰

@candicet5973 3 года назад

Fluffy and Maya is only eating the seed/mung bean of the sprout and not eating the tail. Should I be worried? Ik that sprouts give protein so I'm wondering if they will still have protein if they don't eat the tail?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

It doesn't matter that they don't eat the tail- the main nutrition will be in the bod of the legume!

@lauraperoutka5279 Год назад

First of all, thank you for answering my questions. I have a couple more... -can we also eat the wheat free sprouts or is it only meant for the birds? Same for the chickpeas and quinoa? -also what about salad spouts like broccoli, radish, peas, alfalfa and clover seeds?

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Hi Laura! The specific product is a marketed as a pet food but all of the ingredients in it plus the ones you mentioned are all safe to be sprouted and eaten by parrots and people 😊

@bibikhan3105 Год назад

Thank you for sharing These tips it's the first time am hearing about sprouting God bless you richly

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

You are so welcome 😊

@shazainkhan9155 2 года назад

I live in tropical climate. I cant feed sprouts sprouts go bad due to the hot climate. Should apple cider vinegar be enough to keep it from going bad at 35 C temperature? Can i sprout in the refrigerator?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

You can sprout in the fridge but it can take longer! You could also use grapefruit seed extract for avoiding bacteria and mould growth! The key is to portion their food so they aren’t leaving lots so it doesn’t sit out!

@shazainkhan9155 2 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie thanks for the reply. They arent gojng bad when leaving out for feeding they go bad during the sprouting process. I guess ill try it in the fridge. apple cider vinger is easily available so ill use that. Do i use it everytime i rinse? Do i dip the seeds in acv between rinses or just spray it on the seeds

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

@@shazainkhan9155 you normally just use the acv in the initial soak but I have found that dipping them in acv after each rinse has helped in warm weather!

@shazainkhan9155 2 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie thank you so much

@lem8540 2 года назад

Hi Sophie! So I’ve done my first trial of growing broccoli sprouts and I got some unexpected results. They are growing white fuzzy hairs. I looked into it and they’re cilia hairs, not mold. Turns out they were too dehydrated. I was wondering (for future reference) are sprouts with cilia hairs safe for eating if I’m able to get rid of them, or are they a failed batch?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Hey! Cruciferous spirits like broccoli and kale naturally have cilia hairs that come out looking for water when they are slightly dry. Once you rinse them again, the hairs retract! They’re perfectly safe to eat and feed when sprouted correctly 😊

@BirdieMcLovin 2 года назад

Awesome video, thanks for the tutorial! Can I freeze them or does that ruin their nutritional value?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Freezing can alter the taste and texture which isn't that palatable for most bird so fresh is best :)

@cowgirlartist3059 3 года назад

I do find when i give my cocktails sprouts, they become soooo hormonal 🤯 they are like - ohhh so much food, yammy - time to make babies 😂🤦 they are much calmer on pallets, some veggies, and seeds once in a while or for training purposes only.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Some birds can be sensitive to protein changes, but I do feel that sprouts are important, even if just a few as birds will need the protein in their diet for feather growth and bodily maintenance! :)

@ВероникаЗасадная-с7ц 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for this useful video!

@BirdNerdSophie 5 месяцев назад

You are welcome! 😊

@TeddyCrochet 2 года назад

pleasantly surprised to see best bird food ever ships to the US and for a reasonable expense too. definitely going to try them thank you. after about how many days of the sprouts growing do you feed your birds?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

It’s a US company 😊 I start feeding once the little white tails appear and I continue to feed until I’ve run out of that batch or they go off!

@richnewm 3 года назад

could i ask ask what the apple cider vinegar is for i want to try soaked seed for my birds but a bit worried about the risks of bacterial get into the seeds

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Hi Richard! The apple cider vinegar kills off any bacteria and mould spores in the soaking process! I was always worried about getting it wrong so I tried it a few times until I was confident I was getting it right! 😊

@flockofthree7085 2 года назад

can you sprout a normal bird seed mix? or is it processed so that it doesn't sprout

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Most of them won’t sprout because of how they are processed or the quality of them! Also some ingredients won’t be able to be sprouted!

@conniecruz880 3 года назад

Hi, well I have beans soaking! Very excited. Thank you so much for all this knowledge.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Awesome!

@bibikhan3105 Год назад

Hi I love the way u explain everything simple and easy,Can I use dry corn seeds as well I have buck wheat, lentils yellow split peas, chick peas and white beans and do I give my parrots to eat raw or cooked after its sprouted

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

I’m glad you liked it! You can’t offer white beans, and it depends what type of corn you have! Split peas shout be offered after 12 hours of soaking as they can’t sprout, but everything else is fine to sprout and doesn’t need to be cooked!

@bibikhan3105 Год назад

@@BirdNerdSophie hi I have some ordinary dry corn seeds and fresh sweet corns ,and I did soak some split peas and forgot it in the fridge for like a week and they all sprouted

@mariolategan6616 2 года назад

Hi. I watched your video and I like what I see. I have racing pigeons and was wondering if I could give sprouted seed for them as well. Please let me know if sprouted seeds to my birds. Just thought, if it's good for small birds like yours, can it also be good for myne. Awaiting your response.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Hey! Yes pigeons can absolutely have sprouted seeds 😊

@mariolategan6616 2 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophieThanks so much for the prompt reply Sophie! Great stuff.

@Supoib 3 года назад

Thanks for the video Sophie, very informative! I have a question I hope you can answer, we are going to try sprouting following your way for the first time, but wondering how much do we feed 2 cockatiels, along side presume seed and fresh veg each day? Want to get the balance right. Thank you!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Thank you so much for watching! I usually give ours a heaped teaspoon of sprouted seeds plus veggies etc but you can chop and change depending on how much they eat! 😊

@conniecruz880 2 года назад

Hi Sophie, is it OK to put my budgies sprouts in my processor?The only way I get them to eat veggies and sprouts is if I put them in the food processor.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

You can to start with whilst you are getting them used to it but over time you’ll need to gradually decrease how chopped up it it! Also be aware that mushy food can trigger hormones!

@conniecruz880 2 года назад

Ok. Thanks, it is only the chic peas and the adzuki legumes. The budgies can't or won't eat them. Think I will slice them in half and see if the will go for it. Thank you for the warning about the hormones. I didn't think about that. Thank you again for your time.

@jacinthajeyam672 2 года назад

Thank you Sophie for all the valuable tips and information you share with us.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Thanks for watching 💙😊

@angelamitchellmedium5135 2 года назад

Can you freeze it after its sprouted and how long can you keep it in the fridge?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

I wouldn't recommend freezing them as they're better fresh, and I don't refrigerate them, I just keep them growing in the jar and feed each day! 😊

@SD-xm6ti 2 года назад

How often should I rinse them through the sprouting process?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Twice a day should be enough unless you live in a really warm climate!

@jacinthajeyam672 2 года назад

Thanks so much Sophie I wanted to sproute seeds but your video helped me.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Happy to help! :)

@StrawbelleIS-THE-BEST-WOW 2 года назад

what are the easiest the best sprouts to feed cockatiels?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

The easiest things to sprout are probably buckwheat and quinoa! I think my cockatiels' favourites are spelt and kamut :)

@P1986Jessica 2 года назад

Hi. I bought the buy whole foods mix and put them to soak last night. Do these ones need 24 hours of soaking? Thanks in advance 😊

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Hey 😊 They just need 8-12 hours of soaking!

@P1986Jessica 2 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie ok thanks. Best go and rinse them then 😂

@heledge 3 года назад

Can you do this with normal budgie seads from the pet shop?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Hi Helen! Not normally as some seeds are treated so they can't sprout, and some are dangerous to sprout!

@mariasardos6860 3 года назад

Can we use the fresh bean sprouts you buy from the grocery store?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

If they are mung bean sprouts then yes but give them a good wash first!

@maiawebb2899 2 года назад

Hi how often should I feed the sprouts in a week. I'm picking up advice and ideas before buying two budgies and a flute cage thanks

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

You can feed sprouts daily!

@maiawebb2899 2 года назад

Thank you

@fellowshipwithfamily-charl2127 4 года назад

This video is really cool, I love to sprout mung beans and chick peas to, for myself lol. I'm getting budgies next week. I've not found a video that says there OK for budgies... Would you know? 😊

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Hello and thanks for your comment! Yes they are perfectly safe for budgies if sprouted in the way I show you in the video! How exciting - how many are you getting and what colourations? 🦜💙

@fellowshipwithfamily-charl2127 4 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie I'm just getting two birbs. They will be for me and I'll be taking full ownership. I have a only son who is 12yrs old and I thought it would be nice for him to have company, especially as they may be another lockdown, let's hope I get them asap lol. I'm in Derbyshire west Midlands. 😊

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

FellowshipWithFamily - Charlie may ah that’s fantastic! I think budgies are really underrated and make great pets! It will also be good for your son to learn about pet care and responsibility! 😊 Good luck and feel free to send any questions my way!

@samlovesbudgies4673 3 года назад

Ime definitely sprouting seeds now

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Awesome! It's cool to see them grow!

@conniecruz880 3 года назад

Sofie, I already messed up. Without thinking I started soaking at 2:00 in afternoon! I can't get up at 2:00 in the morning to rinse.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

You can stop at 10pm and rinse 😊

@conniecruz880 3 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie thank you

@kimlenhart4759 3 года назад

Hi there I love your videos. question well actually 2 is it ok to keep a cockatiel in the same cage with a Parakeet the cage is a flight cage. I have been trying to get my bird to like vegetables but he won't touch them and I don't know what to do 😁

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

I wouldn’t recommend it as sometimes parakeets can bully cockatiels! And I have a video on my channel with tips to get your bird to eat vegetables 😊

@kimlenhart4759 3 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie oh wow thx I didn't know Parakeets are such Bully's and thx again

@BethRo-ut6qp Год назад

Hello, thank you so much for all of the information you provide!!😊 I was wondering for how long can I leave the sprouts once I serve it in the cage? I live in a tropical climate and im worried it would go bad by the time I arrive from work.

@BirdNerdSophie Год назад

Hey, unless your house is super super hot, they will be fine! It’s cooked food that tends to go off really quickly rather than raw! That being said, make sure you potion out what your bird actually eats to reduce the likelihood of it sitting there all day!

@BethRo-ut6qp Год назад

@@BirdNerdSophie That's a relief, thank you very much!!

@zhenzhulin7725 Месяц назад

@@BethRo-ut6qp ⁠⁠Hello, I lived in a tropical country too. I provide sprouts to my parrot in evening (after I went home) every day , so you could sure the freshness of the sprouts. If I provide the sprouts in the morning, I will put the sprouts away after 30 minutes to one hour (based on the temperature of that day).

@belindacarter3438 4 года назад

Thanks! That’s a great easy to follow video and gives me motivation to try sprouting. How long can you keep them once sprouted and how would you store them?

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Hi Belinda, thanks for your lovely comment! It’s worth giving them a go, even if it takes a few tries to get them right! 😊 Personally I keep rinsing even when they're done and use for three days or bin when I see or smell that they've gone off. Some people will dry them out and store them in the fridge but I am more concerned with bacteria and mould that way! I always end up making too much as well but it's no big deal! I'm thinking of buying an extra jar so I can have more on the go but they don't have to have sprouts every day if things aren't sprouted in time!

@belindacarter3438 4 года назад

BirdNerdSophie I will definitely give it a go, You’ve explained so well and made it look so easy. So once sprouted you can keep them in the jar on your bench for up to 3 days? Can I sprout my girls birdseed?

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

@@belindacarter3438 it's fine once you get the nag of it, but I definitely made a few mistakes when I was just starting out! Yes I just keep mine in the jar as normal and rinse twice a day when they are done, I find it keeps them fresher to keep rinsing! They should be fine for three days but just give them a smell - if they have no smell or smell like fresh salad then it's all good, any acidic or 'off' smell and bin them :) Possibly - what exact make does she have so I can check the ingredients?

@belindacarter3438 4 года назад

BirdNerdSophie they don’t have a label on them. I got them from the pet shop when I brought my baby girl. Maybe I should leave the seeds, I don’t want to harm her. Thank you so much for answering my questions. I am a first time bird owner with so much to learn 💙

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

@@belindacarter3438 No problem at all, always happy to help if you have any other questions! Let me know how you get on! :)

@beckyfuentes4134 2 года назад

How do you store sprouted seeds?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

I personally keep growing them and feed each day. Then by day 4 or 5 I throw any left away!

@The_CuteAnimals 2 года назад

Can you use bird seed?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Most prepacked bird seed is heat treated so it won’t sprout! And some ingredients can’t be sprouted!

@mehernoosh_zaara8089 3 года назад

Why does my seeds smell so bad after soaking them in water for a whole day?🤔

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

Most things only need soaking for up to 12 hours! You also need to use the right kind of seeds/grains, keep them out of direct sunlight and make sure you use apple cider vinegar/GSE in the soaking process!

@mehernoosh_zaara8089 3 года назад

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@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

@@mehernoosh_zaara8089 thank you so much for subscribing 💙😊

@angsfeatheredfriends 4 года назад

Smells like a fresh salad.... lol I have no idea what that smells like xD I am finally going to give this a go. I found some canning jars I had extra of in a smaller size. So I can try sprouting smaller amounts. 3 different ones to sprout 3 different organic seeds I got off amazon. Seeing I have no idea how long each will take, I will write that down. Defiantly going to give it a few trys. Make sure they come out perfect. More worried about mold more so than anything. Didn't know about the apple cider vinegar thing. I might add that if I do smell molding issues of any kind. Oddly enough my birds have been sprouting their own seeds. 1 of the budgies seems to fling a random seed from the foraging area into their water fountain. Which starts to grow lol. I got everything separate in that blend. Was just more efficient cost wise for me. I am actually going to try and grow some of these plants next spring. Why not right? I live on a farm. Might as well use some of it for the birds. Had an herb garden, but it got a bit overgrown by the side growth. Everything grown here is organic in organic soil mind you. Just seems a waste to not grow your own plants, and harvest the seeds. Do you happen to know which herbs are better than others to give to your parrots? Have you ever made a herb box for the birds? I didn't even think about sprouting quinoa or chick peas! Oh yea, with my canning jars, I just used cheese cloth :) DIY where ya can, when you have the stuff on hand right?! :D Is it best to soak them for the first time during the day, or at night? for the 8-12 hours? After the soak you just leave them alone for a few days then, don't move the jar at all?

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Haha, I think even if veggies aren;t your thing, you'll know when they're off as they won;t smell pleasant, and sometimes have a vinegary smell! If you have good seeds and follow the instructions, you shoudln;t have any issues with mould! But if in doubt, throw it out! Lol the boys sometimes like throwing pumpkin seeds in their water to soak too haha! Yes I also buy things separate sometimes too, but for owners who might not be as keen on the idea, the mixed blend makes it so easy so hopefully more people will give it a try. Oh absolutely grow them! If we could, we would! I'd love a little veggies and flower patch to grow things for them. Our flock's favourite herbs are rosemary and mint, but here's a list of all the safe ones, though all should be in moderation: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-CgZAFpzr2rk.html Yes if you have spare jars and cheese cloth then go for it! I usually do the soak overnight as I find that the sprouts are ready when I want them this way. Usually 8-12 hours but it depends on the seed - the website above has soaking times for different sprouts (e.g. quinoa is 6 hours). Once they've soaked, rinse them as I do in the video, then leave them at the 45 degree angle so any excess water can flow out and air can get in, then rinse in the morning and in the evening and put back to the 45 degree angle!

@angsfeatheredfriends 4 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie Thank you for the response. Going to give that a go tonight!

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

@@angsfeatheredfriends You're welcome! Good luck & let me know how you get on!

@iristhebluegoldmacaw7585 3 года назад

I love this video, I have watched it twice and even bought the sprouting jar and the sprouting mix from garden feathers and after your advice I managed to sprout!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

That’s brilliant! Nice work! Sprouts are so healthy and it’s fun to watch them grow! Thanks for watching! 😊💙🦜

@BirdsTV4U 3 года назад

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@aliahossam6632 4 года назад

I really enjoyed watching this video and it was really helpful!! I have a question, what other grains or seeds or lentils or legumes can I sprout? And I also heard that birds can drink herbal tea, is that true?

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Hi Sara, thanks for your comment and glad you found it useful! There are lots of different things you can sprout, here is a list of some more: parrotfunhouse.com/blogs/parronting-essentials-blog/soaking-and-sprouting-for-birds-with-schedules Parrots can indeed drink herbal tea, but I only give mine tea that is ‘avian safe’ - the brand I use is from Polly’s Natural Parrot Boutique as it’s bird safe and caffeine free 😊

@aliahossam6632 4 года назад

Thank you so much!😊

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

@@aliahossam6632 You're welcome! :)

@aliahossam6632 4 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie I also have one more question. Do I need to use apple cider vinegar or grape seed extrac? Because I live in Egypt and that particular kind of apple cider vinegar may not be available

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Sara Hossam You don’t have got but there is a higher chance that they could go back quickly! It is possible to do but you have to be extra careful 😊

@tonywharton1245 2 года назад

Hi Sophie. Can you help me what seeds do you recommend to use for soaking and sproating and where would you buy the seeds from I have 2 pineapple conures and an amazonian parrot

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

Hi Tony! There's quite a variety to choose rom - I get my info from parrot cookbooks by Karmen Budai! What country are you based in so I can recommend shops!

@tonywharton1245 2 года назад

@@BirdNerdSophie I'm in the uk sophie

@tonywharton1245 2 года назад

Thanks Sophie

@BirdNerdSophie 2 года назад

@@tonywharton1245 great! I get a lot of supplies from Buy Wholefoods Online (link in video description) or Healthy Supplies!

@hannahteo2193 4 года назад

hello! I would like to know if green beans are safe for birds? This idea sounds interesting and green beans sprout quite easily so I would like to know if they are safe to give this a go!

@BirdNerdSophie 4 года назад

Hi Hannah, thanks for your comment! I'd not thought of sprouting green beans before so I looked it up and I can't find any information specifically for parrots that says it's either safe or toxic to feed them sprouted (there are some beans and legumes that should never be sprouted!), so the fact that there is no information makes me think it's best not too. You could consider consulting an avian vet and asking for their input but I always think if there's not enough info on it, I'd rather not try it for the birds just in case! Here is a really great list of ideas of things to sprout! parrotfunhouse.com/blogs/parronting-essentials-blog/soaking-and-sprouting-for-birds-with-schedules? Sorry I couldn't have been more help!

@Panickynoob 3 года назад

Hi! On the list is mung bean which is also known as green bean~ I think it's a singaporean thing so it can be a tad confusing :) but yes green bean is safe for birds!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 года назад

@@Panickynoob Oh great1 Thanks for clearing that up! I will know for future! 🦜💚