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Avigrain Pigeon Shell Grit
Avigrain Pigeon Shell Grit
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Shipping & Delivery
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We offer fast Australia-wide shipping with most in-stock orders processed within 1 business day. Orders confirmed and paid before 11:00 AM (Sydney time) are usually dispatched the same day, while orders placed after this time will be shipped on the next working day.
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If you receive a faulty, damaged, or defective item, you may be entitled to a repair, replacement, or refund under Australian Consumer Law. All return requests must be approved before items are sent back.
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Avigrain Pigeon Shell Grit: A Calcium Source for Pigeons & Cage Birds
Avigrain Pigeon Shell Grit is coarsely ground or broken seashell, used as a natural calcium supplement for birds. Shell grit is a soluble grit, meaning it's mostly calcium carbonate that breaks down in the bird's digestive system and releases calcium and trace minerals the bird can use.
That calcium matters most for eggshell production and bone strength. Breeding and laying birds draw heavily on calcium to form strong, hard eggshells, and a shortage can lead to thin or soft shells. Offering shell grit gives birds a steady source to top up from as they need it.
Shell grit is especially useful for pigeons and doves, which swallow their seed whole rather than de-husking it. For these birds, grit in the gizzard helps with the physical side of digestion as well as supplying minerals. Beyond birds, crushed shell grit is also used in the garden to deter slugs and snails, and in aquariums.
How to Use
Offer shell grit in a separate container so birds can take what they need, rather than mixing it heavily through their feed. Keep it dry to stop it clumping, and refill with fresh grit regularly. As always, grit works alongside a balanced diet, not as a substitute for good food.
Key Features & Benefits
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Natural calcium source from coarsely ground or broken seashell
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Soluble grit that releases calcium and trace minerals
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Supports strong eggshells and healthy bone development
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Particularly useful for pigeons and doves that swallow seed whole
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Helps with gizzard digestion in whole-seed-eating birds
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Also used in gardens against slugs and snails, and in aquariums
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Available in 1kg, 2kg, 4kg and 25kg, shipped Australia-wide
Frequently Asked Questions
What is shell grit used for?
Shell grit is mainly a calcium source. Birds use the calcium for eggshell production and bone strength, and for pigeons and doves it also helps the gizzard grind whole seeds during digestion.
Do pigeons need shell grit?
Pigeons and doves swallow their seed whole, so grit in the gizzard helps break it down. Shell grit also gives them the calcium they need, which makes it a common supplement for pigeon keepers.
Is shell grit the same as calcium?
Shell grit is made largely of calcium carbonate, so it's a natural calcium supplement. It's a "soluble" grit, which means it dissolves in the bird and releases calcium, rather than staying in the gizzard like hard stone grit.
How do I give shell grit to my birds?
Offer it in a separate dish so birds can help themselves, keep it dry so it doesn't clump, and top it up with fresh grit regularly.
Can shell grit be used in the garden?
Yes. Crushed shell grit is also used as a barrier to deter slugs and snails around plants, and in aquariums.
What sizes does it come in?
It's available in 1kg, 2kg, 4kg and 25kg, with the 25kg bag suited to lofts, aviaries and multi-bird setups.
Where can I buy Avigrain Pigeon Shell Grit in Australia?
Ā You can buy it online from BPG Supplies in 1kg to 25kg packs, with delivery available Australia-wide.
What Our Customers Say
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