i know that most native trees are safe for budgies but i was wondering if paperbark tree is okay or would the papery bark not be good for the budgies.

I'm not really sure Deb, i'd also like to know... We have some that grow at our park and i'm sure my birds would LOVE destroying them

i have one in my front yard but never given it to my budgies because i am not sure if it is safe.i know they would have fun ripping all the papery bark of it.

Melaleuca leucadendra - Paperbark or Tea Tree

Large trees with a papery bark growing along the water's edge. When in flower the creamy white butterscotch scented bottle brush flowers are borne in large bunches at the end of each branch. It flowers in autumn and winter. When in flower the trees are a source of food for many of the local birds and animals. Lorikeets and flying fox especially love the nectar-rich flowers. Many parts of the trees were used by the traditional owners of the area. The bark was used for shelter, cooking and warmth and the nectar was added to water for sweet drinks.

 

 

 

all my research says the paperbark or malaleuca is safe

I have a huge paperbark in my backyard and it is in full flower at the moment , the best its looked for a while , I think because of all the recent rain .

The Noisy miners are always here and lorrikets are here by the hundreds eating the sweet nectar and Poopn all over my work truck , At night the place isnt quiet because the flying foxes squabble all night over the flowers .

Then theres the spiders and bugs , its amazing how much life is around one tree.

As for eating , the budgies will chew the bark but dont seem to eat the branch leaves as much as say the gum trees , I think the gum trees new growth is more tender and juicer.

i put a branch in their aviary and i will see what they think of it.