Large Hookbill Parrot Food 40 lb - Complete Pellet & Fruit Mix

Our review of this 40 lb Large Hookbill Parrot Food finds it best suited for owners of medium to large hookbills who want an all natural, ingredient-forward diet. The single biggest reason to consider it is the inclusion of a complete pellet diet combined with a wide assortment of human grade fruits and vegetables, which makes it easy to offer a varied, nutrient-rich bowl without blending multiple products. This review notes the family-owned manufacturing and oxygen-filled packaging as important differentiators for freshness.

Key Features

• Family operated production: Made by a family owned business in Oregon since 1983, which suggests continuity in formulation and sourcing.
• All natural ingredients: The mix avoids artificial colors and sulfites, offering a cleaner ingredient list for sensitive birds.
• Complete pellet inclusion: The advanced Complete Pellet Diet supplies multiple protein sources and essential amino acids to support daily nutrition.
• Human grade fruits and vegetables: Blended with human grade papaya, pineapple, bell pepper and more to increase palatability and variety.
• Oxygen-filled packaging: Packed with oxygen rather than nitrogen flush or vacuum to help preserve enzyme-rich seeds and grains for better nutrition.

Who It's For

This formula is aimed at owners of large Conures, Amazons, African Greys, Cockatoos, Pionus parrots and small Macaws who want a ready-made mix that combines pellets with whole grains and fresh vegetable pieces. It is especially useful for caretakers who prefer a diverse ingredient profile without assembling multiple separate items.

Owners seeking a strictly pellet-only diet, or those who need a low-fat, seed-free clinical formula should look elsewhere, since this mix intentionally includes oil seeds, whole grains and legumes which increase variety and fat content compared with pure pellet options.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Contains a fortified Complete Pellet Diet that helps meet vitamin, mineral and amino acid needs.
• Includes human grade fruits and vegetables to enhance flavor and natural nutrition.
• Made by a family owned company with long-term production in Oregon, implying consistency.
• Oxygen-filled packaging is used to retain enzyme activity in seeds and grains.

Cons

• Some customers report the mix tilts toward seeds like sunflower and safflower, which may be too fatty for certain birds.
• A few buyers comment that the bag size and perceived value did not meet expectations for the price.

Specifications

Our Verdict

This 40 lb mix is a sensible choice for owners who want a varied, ingredient-conscious bowl that combines fortified pellets with real fruits and vegetables. It is especially valuable for birds that thrive on variety and for keepers who prefer products from a long-standing, family owned maker. Those needing a lean, seed-free clinical diet or strict value-per-pound buyers should compare alternatives first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a complete diet for large parrots?
It includes a Complete Pellet Diet to supply key nutrients, but owners who prefer purely pellet-only feeding may supplement with additional pellets for consistency.

Are there artificial colors or sulfites?
No, the formula is made without artificial colors or sulfites (SO2).

How is the product packaged to stay fresh?
The company uses oxygen-filled packaging rather than nitrogen flush or vacuum to help preserve enzyme-rich seeds and grains.