SLEEK & SASSY Niger (Nyjer) Thistle Bird Seed (2 lbs.)

SLEEK & SASSY Niger (Nyjer) Thistle Bird Seed (2 lbs.)

Family Owned & Operated in Oregon since 1983 All Natural Ingredients No Artificial Colors or Sulfites (SO²) Niger (Thistle) Seed. Imported, not grown domestically, aka Nyger. Oil Seeds are generally valued nutritionally for their protein, natural enzyme activity and essential mono & polyunsaturated fatty acids(which help promote healthy skin and feathers/coat and is necessary for the assimilation of fat soluble vitamins A, E, D & K). Many Oil Seeds contain a fair amount of vitamins and are loaded with macro and trace minerals. Niger is an oil seed typically imported from the Middle East and Africa and is sterilized prior to entering the U.S. Niger is high in protein and fat and is highly palatable with finches and canaries.