Budgerigar

Categories: Animals | Pets | Biology
    • Life-Span: Average 7-8 years
    • Diet: Seeds, pellets, fruits and vegetables
    • Adult Size: 6 inches
    • Nickname: Budgie
    • Originates in Australia
    • Often referred to in America as Parakeets
    • Can cost less than $20
  • The Budgerigar is one of two parrot species to be genuinely domesticated, and is believed to be the most common species of pet parrot.
  • The Real Macaw

    Though sometimes considered less desirable than larger, rarer varieties of parrot, the Budgie is valued for its beauty, intelligence and playful, affectionate personality.Avian Web: Budgerigar, AKA Budgie Like many more sought-after parrots, Budgies can be taught to speak and sing, but are available at a tiny fraction of the price. At around $20, they are not only cheaper than a common larger parrot (upwards of $500), but less than half the price of Hasbro's robotic "Squawkers McCaw."

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