Budgie Baths: Do They Need Them and How to Encourage It

Mite Spray for Birds

If you’ve ever placed a water bowl in the cage and your budgie just stared at it like it was a trap, you’re not alone 😄I went through the same thing and wondered, do budgies really need baths, or is it optional?Let’s talk about budgie baths, why they matter, and how you can gently encourage … Devamını oku

Nesting Boxes for Budgies: Size, Setup, and Substrate

How to Make a Budgie Breeding Box

If your budgie is ready to breed, the nesting box suddenly becomes very important.I remember buying my first nesting box and thinking, “This looks fine… right?” Spoiler: it wasn’t 😅In this guide, you’ll learn the correct nesting box size for budgies, how to set it up properly, and which substrate is safe. 📏 What Is … Devamını oku

Treating Budgie Diarrhea: When to Worry and What to Do 🐦💩

How to Care for a Budgie with Eggs

If you see budgie diarrhea, your first thought is probably: “Is this serious or just a small problem?”Don’t worry — I’ve been there too. One day everything looked normal, the next day the cage floor told a different story 😅In this guide, you’ll learn when budgie diarrhea is normal, when to worry, and what you … Devamını oku

Choosing the Right Breeding Pair: Health and Genetics

What Age Do Budgies Start Breeding?

So, you want to see some tiny eggs and baby budgies? That’s amazing! But before you start buying nesting boxes, you need to pick the perfect parents. I learned the hard way that picking two “cute” birds isn’t enough. If the parents aren’t healthy, the babies won’t be either. In this guide, we’ll talk about … Devamını oku

The “Jumbo” Budgie: Understanding Exhibition (Show) Birds

Is Corn Good for Budgies?

The first time I saw a “jumbo” budgie, I honestly thought, “Is this even the same bird?” Huge head, fluffy feathers, calm posture—nothing like my energetic little pet budgie at home. I went down the rabbit hole, talked to breeders, and learned a lot (including a few myths). If you’re curious about the “jumbo” budgie … Devamını oku

Recognizing When Your Female Budgie Is Ready to Lay Eggs

Budgie Shaking Wings

The first time my female budgie was ready to lay eggs, I had no idea. I thought she was sick. She was quieter, spending time in corners, and acting… different. I Googled way too much, panicked a little, and then realized—oh, this is normal. If you’re wondering about recognizing when your female budgie is ready … Devamını oku

How to Set Up the Perfect Budgie Cage for Beginners

Budgie Twitching Wings

When I got my first budgie, I thought the cage setup was easy. Cage? ✔ Food? ✔ Water? ✔Wrong. Within two days, my budgie was stressed, quiet, and clearly unhappy. After fixing a few simple mistakes, everything changed. That’s why I’m sharing this the honest way—I messed up first, so you don’t have to. If … Devamını oku

Why Budgies Are Great Companion Birds for First-Time Owners

How Long Do Budgies Stay in Breeding Condition?

I still remember my first budgie. I thought, “How hard can it be?” Turns out, I made mistakes—wrong food, noisy toys at night, even placing the cage in a bad spot. But here’s the good news: budgies are forgiving, friendly, and perfect teachers. If you’re new to birds, budgies are great companion birds for first-time … Devamını oku

The Budgie Breeding Blueprint

When Do Baby Budgies Leave the Nest?

Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners 🐦 Are you thinking, “Can I breed my budgies at home?” I remember when I first tried — I thought it would be easy. Spoiler: it wasn’t. But with the right knowledge and preparation, breeding budgies can be safe and rewarding. This budgie breeding guide will walk you through every step, … Devamını oku

Scaly Face Mites: Recognizing and Treating the Common Budgie Parasite

What Age Do Budgies Stop Breeding?

Scaly face mites (scientific name: Knemidocoptes pilae) are one of the most common external parasites affecting budgies. They burrow into the skin around the beak, cere, eyes, and legs, creating crusty, scaly, and painful lesions. Early diagnosis and proper treatment are essential because this condition gets worse over time and does not go away on … Devamını oku