Balsam pear
Momordica charantia
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Fruits
Other Names: Bitter melon, bitter gourd, karela
The fruit has a very bumpy exterior with a long oval shape. The color of the fruit is usually eaten with a green exterior but is also eaten as it begins to change to yellow. The skin of the fruit is crunchy like a cucumber with a juicy interior.
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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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