Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) is essential for amino acid metabolism, meaning it helps your budgie use the protein from food to build feathers, muscles, and immune cells. It also supports neurotransmitter production (serotonin, dopamine), red blood cell formation, and proper immune function. Sunflower seeds, bananas, and vegetables are good dietary sources for budgies.
A thin slice of banana (about 2g) provides roughly 0.007mg of vitamin B6 — your budgie's feed should contain approximately 3-6 mg of vitamin B6 per kilogram, which translates to roughly 0.01-0.04mg per day. Seeds and fresh vegetables provide adequate levels.
0.0% of daily nutrient intake
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) makes up 0.0% of your budgerigar's total daily nutritional requirements by weight. That's a tiny amount — but it matters.
Reduced appetite, weight loss, poor feather condition, anemia, nervousness or abnormal behavior, reduced immunity, and in severe cases, convulsions. B6 deficiency is uncommon in budgies on varied diets.
Vitamin B6 is water-soluble and excess is excreted. Toxicity from food sources is not a practical concern.
| Life Stage | Size | Min | Max | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | — | 3 | 6 | mg/kg feed | Approximately 0.01-0.04mg per day. Seeds and fresh vegetables provide adequate pyridoxine. |
Source: avian nutrition references, general avian veterinary consensus
