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| Science | All of the Roudybush diets are formulated by avian nutritionist Tom Roudybush, M.S. In his 16 years of nutritional research at the university of California, Davis, 10 of which specifically focusing on the nutritional requirements of pet birds, Tom has become a leader in the avian nutrition field. His work is the basis for most of the published nutritional research in pet birds that are available today. For more information about his work and specific science, consult the bird brain.
What does this mean for you and your pet? It means that when you purchase Roudybush you know you are providing your bird the best possible nutrition so they can live their lives to the fullest.
Here we have pulled out various facts from some of his publications that might interest you.
Some Interesting Science Facts
After three days of age the required level of solids in the diet exceeded 10 percent; and by five days of age, 30 percent solids promoted rapid growth. Read More
For rapid growth cockatiel chicks require 20% protein, but if eventual adult weight is used as the criterion, nutrient requirements must be set lower, possibly less than 15% protein. Read More
Properly timed fumigation is an effective method to control egg shell borne disease. Read More
We observed highly significant increases in percent of pairs producing eggs, number of eggs produced and number of eggs in first clutch Read More
A maximum level for reproduction has not been determined, but it is known that 1.0% calcium is satisfactory for both breeding and growing birds. Read More
The most effective way to treat obesity is to increase exercise and decrease calorie intake at the same time. Read More
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