DIY foraging toys

[Zeta]

Hi all! I have been doing some searching about DIY toys for my budgies and cockatiel. I have some natural sisal and moss that I used for other craft projects. Does anyone know if it is safe to use for the birds toys?

 

[Mizzely]

What do you mean by moss? Living plant or decoration?

Untreated sisal is safe.

 

[Zeta]

It's real moss but for crafting, so I guess it's decorative?

 

[Mizzely]

I personally would not use dried moss. A lot of times plants purchased for decor are treated for bugs and fungus. There is also a risk of aspergillosis spores.