Is henbane toxic to rabbits?

Q: Is henbane toxic to rabbits?

Yes, Henbane is toxic to rabbits. All parts hold powerful tropane alkaloids, the same family as deadly nightshade. Eating it causes dilated pupils, a racing heart, restlessness, disorientation, tremors and, in serious cases, seizures. A sticky, foul-smelling weed of waste ground. Source: RWAF.

A sourced answer from House Rabbit Society and RWAF guidance. If your bunny has chewed this plant, call your exotic vet right away.

Henbane

Best avoided

All parts hold powerful tropane alkaloids, the same family as deadly nightshade. Eating it causes dilated pupils, a racing heart, restlessness, disorientation, tremors and, in serious cases, seizures. A sticky, foul-smelling weed of waste ground.

How much: Never feed. Never forage where henbane grows.

If your bunny has already eaten this, call your exotic vet now.

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Source: RWAF · Sacramento House Rabbit Society

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