Sand and Grits – Facts and Myths

We present arguments for and against grits, and for those against, we provide counterarguments. 00:00 What are grits and what are the opinions about them?
02:20 ARGUMENT AGAINST – They clog the digestive system
02:54 ARGUMENT FOR – Birds swallow them in the wild
03:06 ARGUMENT FOR – Birds risk their lives to get them
03:56 Polish manipulations
05:36 Causes of digestive system obstruction
10:20 How to use sand and grits?
14:03 ARGUMENT AGAINST – Pellets do not need grits
15:17 ARGUMENT AGAINST – Parrots shell out seeds
18:16 ARGUMENT AGAINST – The gizzard’s muscles can handle itself
18:53 ARGUMENT AGAINST – Grits damage the stomach lining
19:03 ARGUMENT FOR – Parrots that eat grit are healthier
19:42 ARGUMENT AGAINST – Grits and sand are produced only for profit


Eclectus parrot from the Parrot Shop in Warsaw is featured. PAPUGI.com.pl/en

Posted on 8 August 2025

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