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How long does it take for pelleted bird food to go bad?
I'm considering getting a 20lb bag of bird food for a single parakeet. How long will it take for the food to spoil? Will that be too much?
It depends upon the brand of pellets. I believe TOPS (Totally Organic Pellets) has a shelf life of a year. Harrison's has a shelf life of somewhere around 60 days. It often depends upon what is used as a preservative. Usually there is an expiration date on the pellet package.
For an interesting comparison of pellets and their ingredients (as well as what they use as a preservative), check this site: http://artemisaviary.com/pellet.html
I think you'll find twenty pounds of pellets is an awful lot for a budgie. You may save a bit of money but you may also waste money if you wind up throwing half of the food away. Also, don't forget you have to store it somewhere 
Colette
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