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Parakeets

When thinking of parakeets, most people’s minds immediately go to budgies. But did you know that ‘parakeet’ is a (non-scientific) name that technically applies to all parrots that are relatively small in size and have long tails. In fact, there are technically over 100 species of parakeets!

In this category, you’ll find articles related to the different parakeet species, including their lifespan, care and other needs.

English budgie (left) vs common budgie (right): Melopsittacus undulatus, a popular pet bird.

English budgie | Origins, differences & more

Published: April 8, 2022Modified: April 8, 2022

Ever been at the pet store, looking at their budgies, and confused to see two different-looking types of these parakeets with a significant price difference? You wouldn’t be the first! …

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Budgie care | Housing, diet, temperament & more

Published: January 8, 2022Modified: April 12, 2022

Thinking of adding a budgie to your family? Good choice! There’s a reason these little parakeets are the most popular pet parrots out there. Sadly, though, their popularity has also …

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Cockatiel and budgie

Cockatiel and budgie | Can they live together?

Published: December 29, 2021Modified: January 8, 2022

If you’re thinking about expanding your feathered family, you may be wondering whether a cockatiel and a budgie can live together. Or maybe your cockatiel and your budgie get along …

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Categories Budgies, Cockatiels, Parrot facts 2 Comments
Four budgie parakeets (Melopsittacus undulatus), a popular pet parrot. | Are budgies loud?

Are budgies loud? | About budgie noise levels & sounds

Published: August 12, 2021Modified: March 21, 2022

If you’re considering adding one or multiple budgies to your family, you might be wondering about their noise levels. Are budgies loud? It’s very important to make sure you can …

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Small downy feather from budgie parakeet | Budgie molting, what to do?

Budgie molting | Help, my parakeet is molting!

Published: May 18, 2021Modified: May 3, 2022

Has your budgie’s cage floor turned into a sea of feathers? Are you seeing strange pins on its head and body? Might your bird be a bit more cranky than …

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Close-up on the head of a pink Bourke parakeet - Neopsephotus bourkii

Bourke’s parakeet care & info | Neopsephotus bourkii

Published: March 5, 2021Modified: March 21, 2022

Thinking of adopting a Bourke’s parakeet? Good choice! These small pink parrots are a joy to have in the house with their calm personalities and soft, cheerful chirps. Despite their …

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Side by side images of albino male budgie (left) and male cockatiel (right) | Budgie vs cockatiel: Find the bird for you

Budgie vs cockatiel | Find the bird for you

Published: February 21, 2021Modified: January 28, 2022

If you’re looking for a feathered companion, there’s a good chance you’ll end up narrowing it down to either a budgie or a cockatiel. No wonder: they’re the two most …

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Categories Budgies, Cockatiels, Parrot comparisons 3 Comments
Two crested budgie parakeets

Can parakeets talk? All about parakeet talking

Published: October 4, 2020Modified: December 4, 2021

If you’re thinking about adding a parakeet to your family, you might be wondering if they’re among the birds that can learn to imitate human speech. Can parakeets talk? Find …

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Blue and white budgie parakeet sitting on a person's hand. | How to train a parakeet

How to train a parakeet

Published: September 25, 2020Modified: March 21, 2022

Is it possible to train a parakeet to do basic commands or even more complicated tricks? It is! Even tiny budgies are very smart and responsive to training. If you’re …

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Green and yellow male parakeet stock photo

How long does a parakeet live?

Published: August 17, 2020Modified: September 16, 2020

If you’re thinking of adding a parakeet to your family, you might be wondering how long your feathered friend will be around for. What is the lifespan of a parakeet? …

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