Balsam pear
Momordica charantia
No—rabbits should not eat balsam pear (bitter melon). Fruit, seeds, and rind are poisonous and can cause serious digestive trouble. Keep kitchen scraps away from rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Fruits
Other Names: Bitter melon, bitter gourd, karela
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Is Balsam pear item toxic?
Yes. Balsam pear (bitter melon) and its seeds and rind are unsafe for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas and can cause serious digestive upset or worse.
Should I feed my pet Balsam pear?
No. Do not feed balsam pear or bitter melon to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food. If your pet ate any part, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.
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