Mineral Block for pigeon or birds

Mineral Block for Pigeons and Birds: Calcium and Grit Supplement Block

This Mineral Block for pigeons and birds is a balanced supplement that gives caged and aviary birds the minerals and grit they need to stay healthy. It is a blend of graded hard grits and soft shells suspended in a pure clay base, with added minerals including calcium, iodine, iron, sulphur and magnesium. Birds naturally peck at the block, taking in exactly what they need at their own pace, which makes it a simple, low-effort way to round out their diet alongside their usual seed.

The block does two important jobs at once. The hard grit gives birds the grinding material they need in their gizzard to break down and digest seed properly, since seed-eating birds rely on grit to process their food. At the same time, the soft shell and added calcium support strong bones and, in breeding birds, strong eggshells. That combination of grit plus minerals is exactly what a seed diet alone tends to be short on.

Because it is a solid block rather than loose grit, it stays cleaner in the cage or loft, doesn't get scattered or fouled as easily, and lasts a long time, so a single block supplements your birds over an extended period.

Key Features & Benefits

• Blend of graded hard grits and soft shells in a pure clay base

• Fortified with calcium, iodine, iron, sulphur and magnesium

• Grit supports proper digestion of seed in the gizzard

• Calcium and shell support strong bones and eggshells

• Birds self-regulate, pecking what they need at their own pace

• Stays cleaner and lasts longer than loose grit

• Suitable for pigeons, and useful for other cage and aviary birds

How to Use

Place the mineral block in the cage, loft or aviary where your birds can reach it easily, ideally away from perches so it doesn't get fouled with droppings. Leave it available year round so birds can top up their minerals and grit whenever they need to. It is especially valuable during the breeding season, when hens have a high calcium demand for producing strong eggshells. Replace the block once it has been worn or pecked down.

Getting the Best From It

• Keep it available all the time. Birds take minerals as they need them, so leave the block in permanently rather than offering it only occasionally.

• Position it away from droppings. Mounting it clear of perches keeps it clean and appealing to the birds.

• Lift its importance during breeding. Laying hens draw heavily on calcium, so make sure the block is fresh and accessible through the breeding season.

• Use it alongside a varied diet. The block supplements seed, it doesn't replace it. Pair it with a good seed mix and fresh water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a mineral block for birds used for?
It supplies grit and minerals that a seed diet lacks. The grit helps birds digest seed, while the calcium and other minerals support strong bones and eggshells and overall health.

Which birds can use it?
It is made for pigeons and suits other cage and aviary birds too. Pigeon, dove and many seed-eating bird keepers use mineral blocks as a standard part of the diet.

Why do birds need grit?
Seed-eating birds use grit in their gizzard to grind and break down seed so they can digest it properly. Without access to grit, digestion is less efficient.

Is it important for breeding birds?
Yes. Breeding hens have a high calcium demand for producing strong eggshells, so a calcium-rich mineral block is especially valuable during the breeding season.

How do I use it in the cage or loft?
Place or mount it where birds can reach it easily and away from perches so it stays clean. Leave it available year round and replace it once worn down.

Where can I buy a mineral block for pigeons in Australia?
It is available from BPG Supplies with shipping across Australia and local pickup in Bonnyrigg, NSW. Current pricing is shown on this page.