Turnip
Brassica rapa
Turnips are a root vegetable with a purple and white skin and white flesh inside. They taste somewhat like radishes and cabbage, which makes them interesting to try. On the plus side they're packed with nutrients such as vitamin C in the roots and vitamins A folate C K and calcium in the greens. Still because turnips contain more sugar than other veggies you should offer them to your rabbit just as an occasional treat not as a regular part of their diet.
Guideline: Sometimes Treats
Type: Vegetables
Other Names: White turnip, summer turnip, brassica turnip
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Is Turnip item toxic?
Turnip roots and greens are not poisonous to rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillas. The concern is sugar in the bulb plus gasiness if you suddenly offer a large amount.
Should I feed my pet Turnip?
Yes—as an occasional vegetable treat for rabbits and guinea pigs, and rarely for chinchillas when introduced slowly. Greens are usually easier to portion than the sugary root.
How much can I feed them?
Rabbits and guinea pigs: offer a thin coin of root or a few small greens cubes a couple of times per week, not daily heaping scoops. Chinchillas: favor a little green leaf over root; keep tastes tiny and infrequent. Use the calculator linked in this article so vegetables stay proportional to hay.
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