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From: mongo@mongo.EBay.Sun.COM (Joe Baker X33841)
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Subject: INDOOR: Chocolate
Keywords: Bad? Good?
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Date: 11 Mar 91 18:49:53 GMT
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I have seen references to chocolate as bad for birds and, as I have a
substantial collection of older (latest was published about 9 years
ago) bird books at home, just took the time to try and verify this, to
no avail.

I also have an old Macaw (Gonzo) who has been chowing down everyting
from M&M's to cake (in, of course, moderation) for the last 13 years
and seems none the worse for wear.

So, when and where was this determined to be bad? By who? Is there a
newer bit of knowledege I should tap?

Thanks for any info...

Joe
mongo@mongo.Sun.COM