Budgies for sale

Budgie

Care Sheet

Docile, gentle and intelligent birds, some are able to communicate better than parrots. Make great pets and are easy to tame.

Colours: Wild budgies are a mixture of green, lime and yellow colours. Blue and white are also popular which vary from dark grey to cobalt.


Housing: Social birds, usually live in flocks which vary in size. Can be kept alone

Lifespan: 5 to 8 years

Adult Size: 12-27cm | Adult Weight: 25-36g

HOUSING YOUR BUDGIE

Budgies are tame birds which can be handled, however we recommend doing this slowly with your new pet. For instance talk softly to the bird and offer it treats to show it that you are not there to harm it.

Over time your budgie should jump on to your hand– make sure the windows and doors are closed. Never pick your budgie up from above or grab it which can cause stress. Handling on a daily routine will help your bird to understand handling times.

Enjoys stimulation– provide several types of toy and mirrors. It is important to regularly change toys as budgies will get bored easily. Budgies love bells! Baths are also adored so provide a bath and suitable bathing sand. Add fresh fruit and nuts as enrichment for your pet.

HOUSING YOUR BUDGIE

Budgies are tame birds which can be handled, however we recommend doing this slowly with your new pet. For instance talk softly to the bird and offer it treats to show it that you are not there to harm it.

Over time your budgie should jump on to your hand– make sure the windows and doors are closed. Never pick your budgie up from above or grab it which can cause stress. Handling on a daily routine will help your bird to understand handling times.

Enjoys stimulation– provide several types of toy and mirrors. It is important to regularly change toys as budgies will get bored easily. Budgies love bells! Baths are also adored so provide a bath and suitable bathing sand. Add fresh fruit and nuts as enrichment for your pet.

HANDLING YOUR BUDGIE

Budgies are tame birds which can be handled, however we recommend doing this slowly with your new pet. For instance talk softly to the bird and offer it treats to show it that you are not there to harm it.

Over time your budgie should jump on to your hand– make sure the windows and doors are closed. Never pick your budgie up from above or grab it which can cause stress. Handling on a daily routine will help your bird to understand handling times.

GENERAL CARE

Origin: Australia
Size: 12-27cm
Adult Weight: 25-36g
Lifespan: 5 to 8 years
Housing: Social birds, usually live in flocks which vary in size
Young: Chicks
Sexual Maturity: 6-12 Months
Incubation Period: 18 days
Birth Weight: 1-2g
Breeding Season: October—March
Colours: Wild budgies are a mixture of green, lime and yellow colours.
Blue and white are also popular which vary from dark grey to cobalt. Other less common variations are: albino, cinnamon, Clearwinged, Greygreen, Greywing, Lutino, Mauve, Olive, Opaline, Spangled, Suffused & violet.

GENERAL CARE

Origin: Australia
Size: 12-27cm
Adult Weight: 25-36g
Lifespan: 5 to 8 years
Housing: Social birds, usually live in flocks which vary in size
Young: Chicks
Sexual Maturity: 6-12 Months
Incubation Period: 18 days
Birth Weight: 1-2g
Breeding Season: October—March
Colours: Wild budgies are a mixture of green, lime and yellow colours.
Blue and white are also popular which vary from dark grey to cobalt. Other less common variations are: albino, cinnamon, Clearwinged, Greygreen, Greywing, Lutino, Mauve, Olive, Opaline, Spangled, Suffused & violet.

HEALTH CHECK

  • Signs of flight are normal
  • Moves normally and no signs of lethargy
  • The beak aligns correctly and has no signs of over growth
  • The vent is clear
  • The bird is alert
  • The bird is acting normally and there are no signs of isolation from other birds
Budgies for sale sat on perch

SHOPPING LIST

  • A suitably sized enclosure
  • Perches/ Décor
  • Disinfectant/Cleaning product
  • Pellets, complete mix
  • Fresh fruit, veg & seeds
  • Calcium
  • Water and food dishes
  • Toys and play equipment

SHOPPING LIST

  • A suitably sized enclosure
  • Perches/ Décor
  • Disinfectant/Cleaning product
  • Pellets, complete mix
  • Fresh fruit, veg & seeds
  • Calcium
  • Water and food dishes
  • Toys and play equipment
Budgies for sale sat on perch