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Do not let rabbits eat Blue-green algae; it is poisonous.

Blue-green algae

Cyanobacteria

No—rabbits should not eat blue-green algae or drink water from a suspected bloom. Cyanobacteria toxins are dangerous—keep bowls clean, skip scummy puddles, and call a vet if exposure happened.

Guideline: Poisonous

Type: Outdoor Plants

Other Names: Cyanobacteria, harmful algal bloom

The Blue-green-algae lives in many different soils and water. They can live freely or in a symbiotic relationship with the plants that surround the area.

Often Mistaken For

Is Blue-green algae item toxic?

Yes. Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) is unsafe for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. Blooms can release potent toxins from water, damp soil, or contaminated greens. Do not let pets drink scummy water or eat mats of algae.

Should I feed my pet Blue-green algae?

No. Do not feed blue-green algae or water from a suspected bloom to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.

How much can I feed them?

Do not offer as food. If your pet drank pond water or ate algae, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.

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