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Budgies

Budgies (Melopsittacus undulatus) are the most popular pet parrots out there, and it’s not difficult to see why. This hardy little species is originally found in Australia, but has made its way around the world and been selectively bred extensively to produce all sorts of different colors and patterns.

Don’t be mistaken: just because a budgie is seen as a beginner bird, doesn’t mean yours doesn’t deserve the same level of care you’d provide a larger parrot. They’re smart, trainable, social and a joy to be around.

Blue budgie parakeet eating from someone's hand.

What Can Budgies Eat? 19 Budgie Snacks Already In Your Pantry!

Published: February 28, 2024Modified: February 28, 2024

Budgie parakeets can eat a very wide range of foods, and offering them a varied diet is extremely important to their health. But how do you know which items are …

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Budgerigar parakeet on white background

How To Tell The Gender Of A Parakeet | With Chart!

Published: September 12, 2023Modified: November 10, 2023

If you’re wondering whether your parakeet is male or female, you’re in luck. Assuming it’s a budgie parakeet, and you know how to tell the gender of a parakeet, you …

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Categories Budgies, Parakeets 2 Comments
White and blue budgerigar with apple - Can parakeets eat fruit?

Can Parakeets Eat Fruit? | 25 Fruits For Parakeets

Published: August 6, 2023Modified: December 19, 2023

If you just got your first parakeet or are researching in preparation for buying one, diet is one of the care aspects you’ll need to focus on. A proper diet …

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Are Mirrors Bad For Budgies? What You Need To Know!

Are Mirrors Bad For Budgies? What You Need To Know!

Published: May 25, 2023Modified: March 7, 2024

We’ve all seen it: a lone budgie in a small wire cage, sitting on a plastic perch singing into a mirror. Mirror toys have long been considered the standard for …

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

English Budgie | Origins, Differences & More

Published: April 8, 2022Modified: September 26, 2023

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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Blue budgie (left) and blue yellow-collared lovebird (right).

Budgie vs Lovebird | Which Is Right For Me?

Published: March 22, 2022Modified: September 26, 2023

If you’re looking to add a new parrot to your family, you may have gotten stuck between budgie vs lovebird while searching for a species that suits you. Not surprising: …

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Categories Budgies, Lovebirds, Parrot comparisons 2 Comments

Budgie Care | Housing, Diet, Temperament & More

Published: January 8, 2022Modified: January 8, 2024

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, their popularity has also made …

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Categories Budgies, Parrot Profiles 11 Comments
Cockatiel and budgie

Cockatiel and Budgie | Can They Live Together?

Published: December 29, 2021Modified: November 12, 2023

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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Four budgie parakeets (Melopsittacus undulatus), a popular pet parrot. | Are budgies loud?

Are Budgies Loud? | About Budgie Noise Levels & Sounds

Published: August 12, 2021Modified: October 26, 2023

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: December 6, 2023

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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