Peanuts for Birds

16 years ago

I rec'd some peanuts (in the shell) for Christmas that was supposed to be for the birds but are really for people. They are unsalted. Are they ok for the birds?

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mbhoneybee63
16 years ago
I buy peanuts in the shell (unsalted) at my local hardware store that they specifically market for birds/squirrels. As long as they are not salted I am pretty sure there is no harm. I know the blue jays and squirrels love them!
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