Conkers (Horse Chestnuts) are inedible, possibly toxic to everyone.
Squirrels are known to eat horse chestnuts, also known as conkers. They are attracted to the nuts within the spiky outer shell, which they will feed on if no other food sources are readily available.
Chestnuts and Horse Chestnuts are not the same thing. Chestnuts are edible by humans. Horse Chestnuts (Buckeyes) are not edible and are generally considered poisonous --- even to horses!
Horse chestnuts are not safe for human consumption, as they contain a toxic compound called esculin. Consuming horse chestnuts can cause nausea, vomiting, and other serious health issues. It is important to avoid eating them.
No they aren't. But sweet chestnuts are.
No they aren't. But sweet chestnuts are.
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No, they are not. The nuts that are called chestnuts are poisonous to horses and ponies though.
"Marrons" are horse chestnuts / conkers. Chestnuts can also be called "marrons" when prepared and sold. ("marrons glacés" are chestnuts)
True chestnuts, yes. But they are not to be confused with Horse Chestnuts, which are not usually consumed.Chestnuts or chestnut stuffing are a traditional Christmas accompaniment to turkey in England and France; French Marrons glacés are an expensive sweet delicacy; in many European cities in winter you will find people roasting chestnuts in a sort of barrel or drum and then selling them.
no,chestnuts are still a type of nut
No, it is not Yes, it is safe for a horse to eat gummy bears. But only if eaten in small quantities on rare occasions.