Budgies are nomadic flock parakeets that have been bred in captivity since the 19th century. In both the wild and in captivity, budgerigars breed opportunistically and in pairs. They are found …

The budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) is a small seed-eating parrot usually nicknamed the budgie ( BUJ-ee), or in American English, the parakeet. It is closely related to lories and fig …

May 27, 2025 · Not many people realize that there are actually two distinct types of budgies―the traditional budgerigar, hailing from Australia, and the larger English budgie, bred in England …

Feb 26, 2024 · Unsure of what’s involved in caring for a budgie and how you can help it seamlessly make its way into your family? Here, find out what you need to know about caring …

Dec 6, 2025 · A Budgerigar, or budgie, is a small Australian bird that likes to live in tree trunks. These birds have bright colors such as green, yellow, and blue on their feathers.

Budgerigar is the common name for small parrots belonging to the species Melopsittacus undulatus.

budgerigar, popular species of parakeet (q.v.). This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.

Small Australian parakeet with pointed tail, round head, very small bill. Original wild type mostly green, with yellow on head; domestic varieties may be blue, yellow, white, etc. A chattering …

Whether you’re considering adopting one or are simply fascinated by birds, this article offers an in-depth look into the life, habits, and conservation of the budgerigar.

Iconic small green and yellow parrot found extensively across inland Australia. Largely nomadic, according to food and water availability. Usually found in small flocks zipping around …