Birds love seeds, like children (and adults) love candy. They will eat a favorite seed over what is healthy for them. Seeds do not provide proper nutrition for your bird. The best diet for most seed eating birds consists of formulated diets (such as pelleted foods), vegetables, small amounts of fruit, and an occasional treat. We recommend Harrison’s Bird Foods to our avian clients. It is critical to your bird's health to receive a proper diet because many terminal illnesses are caused by nutritional deficits. Similar to switching your child from a diet of candy to broccoli, your bird will protest. It is best to gradually transition to pellets and use nuts and seeds for treats only. This is in the best interest of your bird's health.