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Is the Lady Fern species of fern poisonous to chickens? My birds ate some in my yard and I’m worried. Or can this species of fern be a good treat for them? Not sure where to post this. Thank you!
Edit: I found this about them. Is this bad for chickens?!
Lady fern leaves and rhizomes contain a chemical called filicic acid. Filicic acid is used in treatments for parasites such as tapeworms. In low amounts, it will likely not harm dogs, but large quantities will have a toxic effect. Symptoms of a filicic acid overdose includes convulsions and potentially death.
Edit: I found this about them. Is this bad for chickens?!
Lady fern leaves and rhizomes contain a chemical called filicic acid. Filicic acid is used in treatments for parasites such as tapeworms. In low amounts, it will likely not harm dogs, but large quantities will have a toxic effect. Symptoms of a filicic acid overdose includes convulsions and potentially death.