{"product_id":"vetafarm-south-american-mix","title":"Vetafarm South American Mix | Parrot Pellets for Conures, Amazons \u0026 Macaws","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 920px; margin: 0 auto; color: #24382b; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRODUCTION --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 16px; color: #174d29; font-size: 28px; line-height: 1.25;\"\u003e\n      Vetafarm South American Mix Parrot Food\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eVetafarm South American Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium extruded parrot pellet formulated by avian veterinarians for South American parrots. It provides balanced daily nutrition for companion and breeding birds, including conures, Amazon parrots and macaws.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      When provided as 80% of the total diet, South American Mix supports healthy growth, breeding, brain function and optimum feather development. Each pellet is made in Australia using human-grade ingredients, Australian grains and real nuts.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- QUICK BENEFITS --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 34px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(190px, 1fr)); gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px; background: #f3f8ee; border: 1px solid #d8e6d1; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 25px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e🩺\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #174d29; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eAvian-Vet Formulated\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Designed by avian veterinarians specifically for South American parrots.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px; background: #f3f8ee; border: 1px solid #d8e6d1; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 25px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e🦜\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #174d29; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eComplete Daily Nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Provides balanced nutrition when pellets make up 80% of the total diet.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px; background: #f3f8ee; border: 1px solid #d8e6d1; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 25px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e🌾\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #174d29; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003ePremium Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Made with human-grade Australian grains, peanuts and almonds.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px; background: #f3f8ee; border: 1px solid #d8e6d1; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 25px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #174d29; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eExtruded Pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        Extrusion improves palatability, nutrient availability and food safety.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BIRD TYPES --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 32px; padding: 24px; background: #fffaf0; border-left: 5px solid #e5ad17; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #174d29; font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\n      Which Birds Is South American Mix For?\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n      Vetafarm South American Mix is formulated for companion and breeding South American parrots, including:\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eConures\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eAmazon parrots\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eMacaws\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOther South American parrot species with similar nutritional requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BENEFITS --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 14px; color: #174d29; font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\n      Key Nutritional Benefits\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSupports healthy feather development and overall condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eProvides balanced protein, fat, vitamins, minerals and amino acids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSuitable for both companion birds and breeding birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eHelps reduce selective feeding compared with loose seed mixtures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eMade with whole Australian grains and fresh nuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExtruded for improved palatability and nutrient availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEEDING RATIO --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 34px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 14px; color: #174d29; font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\n      How to Feed Vetafarm South American Mix\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n      Feed approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8 grams of pellets per 100 grams of body weight each day\u003c\/strong\u003e. Adjust the amount as needed according to your bird’s condition, activity level and veterinary recommendations.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(180px, 1fr)); gap: 12px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px; text-align: center; background: #1e642f; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e80%\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eSouth American Mix Pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px; text-align: center; background: #eef6e9; border: 1px solid #cee0c6; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold; color: #1e642f;\"\u003e15%\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eFresh Fruit and Vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px; text-align: center; background: #fff7df; border: 1px solid #ead9a3; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold; color: #856100;\"\u003e5%\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eFresh Hand-Selected Nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Suitable nuts may include almonds, walnuts and macadamias. Vetafarm Deli Stix may also be included within the 5% treat and enrichment portion.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEEDING TABLE --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 34px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 14px; color: #174d29; font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\n      Daily Feeding Guide\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; border: 1px solid #d8e2d9; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 520px; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #1e642f; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 13px;\"\u003eBird example\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 13px;\"\u003eApproximate weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 13px;\"\u003eMinimum pellets per day\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e1e7e1;\"\u003eSmall conure\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e1e7e1;\"\u003e100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e1e7e1;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #f7faf6;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e1e7e1;\"\u003eMedium Amazon\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e1e7e1;\"\u003e400g\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e1e7e1;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px;\"\u003eLarge macaw\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px;\"\u003e800g\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0; color: #5d6c61; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n      These quantities are general feeding examples. Monitor your bird’s weight and condition and consult an avian veterinarian when necessary.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INGREDIENTS --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 14px; color: #174d29; font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\n      Ingredients\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Whole Australian grains and nuts including wheat, corn, soybean, peanuts and almonds; potato starch; chicory root extract; vegetable oils; natural organic acids; amino acids including lysine, methionine and threonine; choline; vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12, C, D3, E, H and K; and the minerals calcium, cobalt, copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, sulphur and zinc.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 16px; padding: 16px; background: #fff5e8; border: 1px solid #ebd3b5; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #744915;\"\u003eAllergen information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      Contains wheat, soybean, peanuts and almonds.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ANALYSIS --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 34px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 14px; color: #174d29; font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\n      Guaranteed Analysis\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; border: 1px solid #d8e2d9; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 500px; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f9f3;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrude protein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003eMinimum 19.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrude fat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003eMinimum 7.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f9f3;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003eMaximum 4.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003eMaximum 0.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f9f3;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e0.8%–1.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphorus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e0.4%\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f9f3;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003eMinimum 6,000 IU\/kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin D3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dde5dd;\"\u003eMinimum 2,000 IU\/kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f9f3;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin E\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eMinimum 150mg\/kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- STORAGE --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 34px; padding: 22px; background: #f3f8ee; border: 1px solid #d5e4cf; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #174d29; font-size: 23px;\"\u003e\n      Storage and Shelf Life\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eStore in a dry area below 86°F\/30°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eReseal the package after opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eShelf life is two years from the date of manufacture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAlways provide your bird with clean, fresh drinking water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 34px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 16px; color: #174d29; font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\n      Frequently Asked Questions\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #dce5dc; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #174d29; font-size: 19px;\"\u003e\n        Is Vetafarm South American Mix a complete diet?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n        It is formulated to provide balanced nutrition when pellets account for 80% of the bird’s total diet. The remaining 20% should consist of fresh fruits, vegetables and selected nuts.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #dce5dc; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #174d29; font-size: 19px;\"\u003e\n        Can I feed it to conures, Amazons and macaws?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n        Yes. South American Mix is designed for South American parrots, with Vetafarm’s feeding examples specifically including conures, Amazon parrots and macaws.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #dce5dc; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #174d29; font-size: 19px;\"\u003e\n        Is it suitable for breeding parrots?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n        Yes. The formula is intended for both companion and breeding South American parrots.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #dce5dc; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #174d29; font-size: 19px;\"\u003e\n        How much should I feed?\n      \u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n        Vetafarm recommends approximately 8 grams of pellets per 100 grams of body weight daily. Monitor your bird’s weight and body condition and adjust under the guidance of an avian veterinarian.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTERNAL LINKS --\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding: 24px; text-align: center; background: #174d29; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; color: #ffffff; font-size: 23px;\"\u003e\n      Supporting Your Bird’s Health and Nutrition\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n      Explore more bird foods, feeding supplies and educational resources from Pet MegaMart.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/birds\" style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 5px; padding: 11px 18px; background: #ffffff; color: #174d29; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; border-radius: 7px;\"\u003e\n      Shop Bird Products\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bird-health-guides\" style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 5px; padding: 11px 18px; background: #f2c744; color: #24382b; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; border-radius: 7px;\"\u003e\n      Bird Health Guides\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vetafarm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48700306751737,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0071\/8064\/8566\/files\/southamericanmix.webp?v=1784756515","url":"https:\/\/petmegamart.com\/products\/vetafarm-south-american-mix","provider":"Pet Megamart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}