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Best Vitamin D-Rich Foods for Domestic Rabbits
Ranked by vitamin d content among foods safe for domestic rabbits in the Creature Feast catalog.
#1
Timothy Hayper 100g: trace amounts; sunlight is primary sourceTimothy hay that has been sun-dried naturally retains some vitamin D. While not a concentrated source, hay is the bulk of the diet and contributes steadily. The primary vitamin D source for rabbits is direct sunlight exposure, not food.
#2
Dandelion greensa small handful daily, about 15-20gDandelion greens grown in sunlight contain small amounts of vitamin D precursors. They are one of the better plant-based contributors, alongside supporting overall nutrition.
#3
Parsleya small sprig, about 5-10gParsley provides trace vitamin D alongside its rich array of other nutrients. Like all plant sources, it is secondary to sunlight for vitamin D in rabbits.
#4
Alfalfa Hayfor kits and nursing does onlyAlfalfa hay contains slightly more vitamin D than timothy, but should only be used for young or breeding rabbits. For vitamin D, sunlight remains the best source.
#5
Kalea few leaves, about 20-30g, in rotationKale provides trace amounts of vitamin D precursors. As with all greens, the contribution is modest compared to direct UVB sunlight exposure.
