What fruits can rabbits eat?

Rabbits can be fed a wide variety of fruits, but should be fed in moderation as fruit is high in sugar. Fruits should be fed as a treat, no more than 1-2 tablespoons per two kilograms of body weight per day.

Some good options include:

Fruit Notes
Apples Remove seeds and core
Bananas Offer in moderation and can eat peels
Blueberries Safe and nutritious
Strawberries Provide as occasional treats
Raspberries Offer in moderation
Blackberries Safe and rich in antioxidants
Pineapple Offer in moderation, remove skin
Mango Offer in moderation, remove skin and pit
Papaya Offer in moderation, remove seeds and skin
Watermelon Feed without seeds or rind
Grapes Feed seedless and in moderation
Pear Remove seeds and core
Peaches Remove pit before feeding
Plums Remove pit before feeding
Kiwi Offer in moderation
Cranberries Feed in moderation
Oranges Offer in small amounts and can eat rind
Tangerines Offer in small amounts and can eat rind
Pears Remove seeds and core
Apricots Remove pit before feeding
Nectarines Remove pit before feeding
Papaya Offer in moderation, remove seeds and skin
Cherries Remove pit before feeding
Pineapple Offer in moderation, remove skin
Coconut Offer in moderation, without the husk
Guava Offer in moderation
Persimmons Offer in moderation
Pomegranate Offer in moderation, remove seeds
Cantaloupe Feed without seeds or rind
Honeydew Melon Feed without seeds or rind
Starfruit Offer in moderation
Passion Fruit Offer in moderation
Kiwifruit Offer in moderation and safe to eat skin
Lychee Offer in moderation
Dragonfruit Offer in moderation
Cranberries Feed in moderation
Mulberries Offer in moderation
Gooseberries Offer in moderation
Elderberries Offer in moderation
Fig Offer in moderation
Jackfruit Offer in moderation
Kumquat Offer in moderation
Persimmon Offer in moderation
Quince Offer in moderation


It is important to limit the amount of fruit fed to your rabbit to prevent digestive upset and to maintain a healthy weight. Additionally, it is important to introduce new foods gradually and to wash all fruits thoroughly before feeding to your rabbit.

Rabbit Fruit Feeding FAQ

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