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According to Esonu et al. [4], proximate components of Delonix regia seeds revealed 20.50%, 4.23% and 6.84% for crude protein, ether extract and crude fibre respectively. Grass cutter (Thryonomys swinderianus) also known as cane rat is a wild hystericomorphic rodent widely distributed in the African sub region and exploited in most of areas as a source of animal protein [5,6]. The colour of the fur is brownish, coarse and thin. Omole et al. [7], also reported that the protein content in the meat is about 20% which compares favorably with other sources of animal protein, the mineral content of the meat contains major minerals such as calcium, phosphorus and iron which are needed for metabolic activities in the body, strong bone formation, regulation of hormonal activities and utilization of other minerals. Grass cutters can utilize high fibrous and cellulose fraction of a feed more than poultry [8,9]. Martin [10], also reported that the animals can adapt to harsh environment and can utilize natural resources and digest most form of edible green stuff ranging from coarse grasses to roughages and household scraps. Several research's has been carried out on the effect of supplementing Delonix regia meal in the diet of rabbits, for