Lima Bean
Phaseolus lunatus
No—rabbits should not eat lima beans. Raw and undercooked beans carry cyanide-related compounds, and even cooked beans are a poor match for rabbit digestion. Keep pods, bean dishes, and leftovers out of the pen.
Guideline: Poisonous
Type: Vegetables
Other Names: Butter bean, sieva bean
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Is Lima Bean item toxic?
Yes when raw or undercooked because of cyanogenic compounds, and beans are a poor match for rabbit, guinea pig, and chinchilla digestion even when cooked. Expect severe bloating, pain, and gut stasis risk.
Should I feed my pet Lima Bean?
No. Do not feed lima beans or other legume seeds to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas.
How much can I feed them?
Do not offer as food. If your pet ate raw or cooked beans, contact your veterinarian right away.
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