English budgie | Origins, differences & more
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! …
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.
Budgie care | Housing, diet, temperament & more
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 …
Cockatiel and budgie | Can they live together?
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 …
Are budgies loud? | About budgie noise levels & sounds
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 …
Budgie molting | Help, my parakeet is molting!
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 …
Bourke’s parakeet care & info | Neopsephotus bourkii
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 …
Budgie vs cockatiel | Find the bird for you
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 …
Can parakeets talk? All about parakeet talking
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 …
How to train a parakeet
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 …
How long does a parakeet live?
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? …