Can Chickens Eat Acorns?

Chickens can eat acorns if the acorns have been properly leached beforehand. This means that the dangerous toxin in the acorns has been removed.

How Can Acorns Be Made Safe For Chickens to Eat? The poultry-toxic tannic acid can be leached, or removed, from the acorns by boiling them or washing them extensively. The clear water will signal that the tannic acid has been removed.

Are Oak Leaves Safe For Chickens To Eat? Oak leaves are not safe for chickens to eat because like acorns, oak leaves contain tannic acid.

What Are The Symptoms of Tannic Acid Toxicity In Chickens? Chickens that are suffering from the effects of tannic acid toxicity will show signs of nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, and general gastric discomfort.

Tips To Keep Your Chickens Safe Around Acorns If you have an oak tree on your property, there are some things you should do to keep your chickens safe from the dangers of fresh acorns.

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