Rio food for budgies, medium, large, for canaries, forest, park birds, mineral mixtures, sticks and other treats

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General Product Information

The RIO brand has been familiar to owners of budgerigars and other decorative birds for quite a long time. It has been on the market since 2001. Initially, the line was represented by several grain mixtures for budgies , but the company's specialists were actively developing specialized foods. So, for example, within a few years special mixtures for birds during the molting period appeared.

RIO food is produced by the Mealberry Group, whose Russian representative office is located in St. Petersburg. The group of companies itself belongs to owners from Russia and Germany.

Mealberry Group initially specialized in the production of food for cats and dogs, but now its main product lines are RIO bird food, as well as Little One food and treats for rodents. Today, the company is actively developing and working to expand its product lines and improve the composition of existing products.

Advantages and disadvantages

The RIO food line has been offering its products to owners and breeders of budgerigars for almost 20 years, so it has managed to win their full trust and approval.

Among the advantages of this brand of food, consumers highlight:

Affordable prices . The RIO line of feeds occupies the middle price segment among the entire variety of bird feeds on the market. Moreover, in fact, prices are affordable for every owner.
Variety of assortment . The RIO line includes various grain mixtures for different types of parrots, as well as a large number of mineral and vitamin supplements and treats for birds.
Availability of sealed packaging. All food of the brand in question is sold in sealed packages, which almost completely eliminates their spoilage, for example, during transportation and during long-term storage.

There are practically no objective disadvantages of feed, however, among the disadvantages, based on reviews from breeders, we should still mention the presence of foreign inclusions in grain mixtures. Apparently, this is due to their insufficient cleaning before packaging. In this regard, it is still recommended to wash grain mixtures from RIO in clean running water before giving them to the birds.

Disadvantages of Rio feed

Rio bird food has no significant flaws that would make you refuse to purchase. Like any other food, it contains an acceptable percentage of impurities. The grain is not rinsed before packaging, so it may contain dusty particles.

The disadvantages include the fact that the packaging does not have a fastener: an open package cannot be hermetically sealed. The owners found a way to properly store the food by pouring the mix into containers.

Note! One of the negative points highlighted by consumers: there is no transparent window on the bag through which one could examine the grains before purchasing. However, this is also an advantage, since in the light the seeds quickly oxidize and deteriorate.

Varieties for different bird species

Due to existing physiological differences, different types of ornamental birds require different diets. In this regard, he has provided several types of grain mixtures in his line, which are intended for pets of different types and sizes.

A complete diet for ornamental birds should, among other things, consist of fresh products. That is why, along with grain mixtures, pets must be given fresh vegetables and fruits.

For budgies

Budgerigars are the smallest among the ornamental birds kept at home, but at the same time they are the most common in our country.

This is why RIO food for budgies is most popular among buyers.

The food is a grain mixture , which includes several types of millet, wheat, oats, flax seeds and some other ingredients.

This grain mixture, in addition to budgerigars, can be the basis of the diet of lovebirds, canaries and other small birds.

The food is produced in sealed packages of 500 grams. The average daily dose of grain mixture is 10 grams per bird. The approximate cost of packaging is 120-150 rubles.

For medium parrots

Medium Parrot Grain Mix is excellent for Rosellas, Cockatiels, Kakarikis and some other species of similar size. The food contains several types of millet, oats, algae, wheat, etc. In general, the composition is similar to that used in food for budgies, with the exception of the addition of dried rowan berries for medium birds.

The average daily dose is 20 grams. The approximate cost is about 150 rubles.

For big birds

RIO food for large parrots is intended for macaws, cockatoos, Amazons, Grays and other large birds. These pets need more nutrients, so the grain mixture for them contains the largest number of ingredients, including, in addition to the grain itself, pieces of fruit, berries, corn, etc.

The grain mixture is produced in packages of 500 g. The daily dose for poultry is 50 grams. The average cost is about 180 rubles.

Italian food Fiori and Padovan

Both Italian brands have also long been known to bird lovers.

Padovan food for budgies is available in two versions: NaturalMix Cocorite and GrandMix Cocorite. They differ in composition and type of packaging. Natural – Contains millet, canary seed and hulled oats. Packaging: plastic bag. And in addition to cereals, Grandmix contains biscuit crumbs containing fruits and vitamins. Packaging – bag and outer cardboard box. Wellness Mix is a new premium product, rich in amino acids and microelements.

Fiory food for budgerigars stands out for its wide variety of ingredients, as well as the packaging method. In addition to the top cardboard packaging, the mixture is in a sealed bag with the air evacuated from it. In appearance, it looks like a cast kilogram brick made of grains. There is no need to be afraid of this; as soon as you open this package, you will immediately see the mixture in its usual crumbly form. The manufacturer believes that this is the form in which the product is best stored.

To view prices, composition and purchase, go to the product card:

Fiory mixture, weight 1 kg
Padovan NaturalMix Cocorite, weight 1 kg
Padovan GrandMix Cocorite, weight 0.4 kg
Padovan GrandMix Cocorite, weight 1 kg

During the molting period

Molting is a natural physiological process characteristic of all species of birds, which consists in changing their plumage. In general, parrots molt once a year. During the molting period, pets need more minerals and vitamins for faster recovery.

For wavy

RIO food for budgerigars contains more proteins and healthy fats for the speedy restoration of plumage. Among other things, the grain mixture contains sesame seeds, which are rich in fatty acids, vitamins and calcium.

The mixture is available in 500 gram packages. The daily dose is 10 grams. The average cost of specialized food is about 130 rubles.

For average

The grain mixture for medium-sized parrots contains components with a high content of protein and fat, which is necessary for the speedy and complete restoration of plumage. Among other things, the food contains whole peanuts, as well as flax seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and carrot pieces, which are rich in vitamins and minerals.

The mixture is packaged in 500 gram packages . The daily requirement of a bird is 20 grams per individual. The average price is about 150 rubles per package.

Additional line to diversify your diet

The basis for the health of a feathered pet is the diversity of its diet, which is why the RIO line includes additional types of food.

For germination

Sprouted grains and seeds are natural and the most natural food for birds. The RIO sprouting mixture contains 10 elements, including millet, buckwheat, sorghum, oats, etc. Detailed instructions for germinating grains are contained on the packaging.

The average cost is about 120 rubles.

Egg feed

Egg food, as its name suggests, is made with the addition of egg products, yeast and honey . In this regard, this product is an excellent feed for weakened birds, since it has a high content of vitamins and amino acids.

Egg food cannot be the basis of the diet. In parallel with it, it is necessary to give the bird grain mixtures and fresh fruits.

The product is available in 350 gram packaging. The average price per package is about 200 rubles.

Universal soft food

Soft food contains baked goods, pieces of fresh fruit, seaweed, etc. It is an optimal addition to the main diet . The average cost is about 300 rubles.

Goodies and other additives

The RIO line offers a wide range of additional food additives, treats, and sticks for feathered pets.

pine cone

A pine cone containing nuts is both a delicacy and a toy.

The average price is about 200 rubles.

Abyssinian noug

The seeds of Abyssinian nougat, an oil plant native to Ethiopia and India, are rich in fats and proteins, which provides them with high nutritional value. Used as a treat for parrots.

The approximate price is about 150 rubles.

Sesame

Used for human consumption as well, sesame is a nutritious treat that can be given to parrots of all species.

Approximate price: 200 rubles.

Vitamin-mineral mixture

Contains crushed grains with added vitamins and minerals. The average price is about 150 rubles.

Senegalese millet in ears

A special feature of this food is that the birds independently obtain grain from the ear , which is natural for parrots in the wild. Senegalese millet contains large amounts of protein and vitamins. Price – 140 rubles.

Mineral mixture

Crushed grains with added minerals. Suitable as a supplement during shedding and for weakened pets. Price – 150 rubles.

Bird grass

The package contains a mixture of seeds that can be planted at home to produce green sprouts that are an excellent treat for parrots. The average price is about 100 rubles.

Is Rio food dangerous for parrots?

At the time of production, the quality of food for Rio parrots meets international standards, but during transportation and storage it may change. If the integrity of the packaging is compromised, the grain begins to deteriorate and become moldy. This food should not be given to birds. Cereals affected by the fungus are deadly, but detecting them in a dry mix is not easy. It is recommended to examine the grain from a new pack through a magnifying glass before feeding your pet. If you find anything suspicious, the entire package should be thrown away.

Breeders reviews

I have been keeping budgies for many years and have purchased many different types of food for them, including premium ones. However, I was most satisfied with the RIO food for budgies, since for a very low price my pets’ diet is varied and balanced.

Olga, Petrozavodsk.

I am a cockatoo breeder, and when I decided to buy my first pet, I was very afraid that in my city I would not be able to provide him with a varied diet and diet. However, the problem was solved with the help of RIO food for large parrots, which is sold in almost all pet stores in my city.

Valentina, Abakan city.

There are a lot of foreign inclusions in the food for budgies. It is extremely inconvenient that you need to wash the mixture. However, at this price it is difficult to expect deeper cleaning from the manufacturer.

Sofia, Izhevsk city.

How to prepare the house?

Most owners keep their pigs in cages with metal bars or plastic tops.
The minimum cage size for keeping one pig is 80 cm in length. If you have several pigs, then their common house should be larger. A pig is a very social animal, so every day you need to let it out for a long walk under supervision. And at this time she needs to pay a lot of attention: petting, talking, playing. When choosing a place for the cage, make sure that it is not too hot, not too cold, and that there are no drafts. Some owners keep pigs in special wooden racks or enclosures, if space allows. Regardless of what type of home you choose for your new friend, for a comfortable life it should have:

Ceramic feeder, because the pig will not turn it over
Hay box (separate tray) so that the pig does not scatter the hay
Nipple drinker, the water in which needs to be changed every day
A bed or house for relaxation and privacy (young pigs do not need a house, as they can hide in it and run wild)
Filler as bedding

Pigs don’t like to be bored, so an excellent accessory would be a solid ladder (without holes) or a bridge on which you can follow what is happening. You can also place a large tunnel in a cage or enclosure as a toy or treat.