Wombaroo Passwell Liquid Gold 1L: Liquid Calcium and Vitamin D3 Supplement for Birds

Wombaroo Passwell Liquid Gold: Calcium for Birds in a Liquid Form

Wombaroo Passwell Liquid Gold is a liquid calcium and vitamin D3 supplement designed to support strong eggshells and healthy bone growth in birds. It combines calcium with vitamin D3, magnesium, manganese and lutein, and is made for breeding birds, egg-laying hens and seed-fed pets that don't get enough calcium from their regular diet. The liquid mixes easily into drinking water, soaked seed or soft food, or can be dosed directly to individual birds. This bottle holds 1 litre.

Why Do Birds Need Calcium?

Birds need calcium for strong bones, healthy muscles and nerves, and for every eggshell a hen lays. Most seed mixes are low in calcium, so birds on all-seed diets and egg-laying females often fall short. Breeding birds also pass calcium to their chicks, whose skeletons are growing fast.

Signs of Calcium Deficiency in Birds

• Thin, soft or shell-less eggs
• Egg binding, where a hen struggles to pass an egg
• Weakness, trembling or seizures
• Weak, bent or splayed legs in growing chicks
• Poor bone strength and fractures

Some of these signs, especially egg binding and seizures, are emergencies. See an avian vet straight away if your bird shows them.

Why Vitamin D3 Matters with Calcium

Calcium is only useful if the body can absorb it. Vitamin D3 helps birds absorb calcium from the gut. Birds make their own D3 when their skin is exposed to direct sunlight or UVB light, so indoor birds that don't get regular sunlight are more likely to run short. Pairing calcium with D3 helps the calcium do its job.

What's in Liquid Gold

Per litre:

• Calcium (Ca²⁺) 33g: for eggshell formation and skeletal development
• Vitamin D3 25,000 IU: helps absorb calcium from the gut
• Magnesium (Mg²⁺) 1.6g: stored in the eggshell and used in chick bones
• Manganese (Mn²⁺) 100mg: helps prevent shell thinning and skeletal problems
• Lutein 50mg: a natural antioxidant that adds rich colour to egg yolks

Do Budgies Need Calcium Supplements?

Budgies on seed diets, and especially laying hens, benefit from extra calcium. A cuttlebone helps, but some birds don't use it much. A liquid calcium supplement in the water or soft food during breeding and laying helps cover the gap. The same applies to cockatiels, canaries, finches, lovebirds and other seed-eating birds.

How to Use Liquid Gold

• In drinking water: mix 20mL per litre of water. Make a fresh batch every day.
• In food: add 40mL per kg of soaked seed or soft food and mix well.
• Individual birds: give 0.2mL per 100g of body weight directly.
• Use during breeding, egg-laying and chick rearing, when calcium demand is highest.
• Don't add it to food already fortified with calcium or vitamin D3, as both can be harmful in excess.

Key Features and Benefits

• Liquid calcium and vitamin D3 supplement for birds
• Also supplies magnesium, manganese and lutein
• Supports strong eggshells and healthy chick bone growth
• Vitamin D3 helps birds absorb calcium
• Easy to add to water, soaked seed or soft food, or dose directly
• For breeding birds, laying hens and seed-fed pets
• From the Wombaroo Passwell bird range

Product Details

• Brand: Wombaroo (Passwell range)
• Product: Liquid Gold Calcium & Vitamin D3 Supplement for Birds
• Calcium (Ca²⁺): 33g/L
• Vitamin D3: 25,000 IU/L
• Magnesium (Mg²⁺): 1.6g/L
• Manganese (Mn²⁺): 100mg/L
• Lutein: 50mg/L
• Pack size: 1 litre
• Dose: 20mL per L water, 40mL per kg soft food, or 0.2mL per 100g body weight

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wombaroo Passwell Liquid Gold used for?

It's a liquid calcium and vitamin D3 supplement that supports strong eggshells and healthy bone growth, especially for breeding birds, laying hens and birds on all-seed diets.

How much Liquid Gold do I give my birds?

Mix 20mL per litre of drinking water, or 40mL per kg of soaked seed or soft food. For individual birds, give 0.2mL per 100g of body weight.

Why do birds need calcium?

Calcium builds strong bones and eggshells and supports muscles and nerves. Seed diets are low in calcium, so laying and breeding birds often need extra.

What are the signs of calcium deficiency in birds?

Thin or soft-shelled eggs, egg binding, weakness, trembling or seizures, and weak legs in chicks. Egg binding and seizures need urgent vet care.

Is calcium with vitamin D3 good for birds?

Yes, at the right dose. D3 helps birds absorb calcium, especially indoor birds without direct sunlight. Too much of either can be harmful, so follow the label.

Do budgies need calcium supplements?

Budgies on seed diets, and particularly laying hens, benefit from extra calcium, especially during breeding.

What is the best calcium supplement for birds?

Look for a bird-specific supplement that combines calcium with vitamin D3, has clear dosing for water and food, and suits your birds' diet. Liquid supplements are easy to dose across a whole aviary.

Where can I buy Wombaroo Passwell Liquid Gold in Australia?

Wombaroo Passwell Liquid Gold 1L is available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies at 462 Elizabeth Dr, Bonnyrigg NSW 2177, Australia. You can visit our store or order online with delivery across Australia.