Thymol-based Disinfectant

[Destiny]

Does anyone have any experience with using cleaning products that contain thymol around birds?

Thymol is marketed as a "botanical" or "natural" disinfectant, since it is derived from the herb, thyme. It has a pleasant aromatic odor and strong antiseptic properties. In addition to being a general disinfectant and fungicide, is also a rapidly degrading, non-persisting pesticide. Bee colonies are treated with thymol to control deadly varroa mites and reduce mold growth.

I am wondering if it would be a safe choice for use in a large planted aviary. I like that it degrades quickly and is effective at reducing parasites and fungus/molds. It sounds like it would not harm my plants, but I had trouble finding definitive information about bird safety.

 

[Cynthia & Percy]

I do not know it sounds interesting and I’m bumping this so that someone else can help you you can always call the manufacturer and ask

 

[Shezbug]

@Hankmacaw @Mizzely

 

[Mizzely]

This one I've not heard of. I'll try to do some research when I get a chance

 

[Hankmacaw]

I don't know.