• Parakeets, or "budgies"are one of the most popular pet birds. The name parakeet is an American term and is used to distinguish the smaller pet version from the larger Exhibition or English Budgie that is shown in many bird shows. The word "budgie" is short for budgerigar which is a native green and yellow bird from Australia.
• Budgies can even have different eye colors ranging from black to plum to red.
• Life span is 15 years + if properly cared for.
• Certain common household items cause real problems and even threaten the life of your parakeet. Beware, of these specific threats: Windows, spoiled food, string, threads, loud noises, hot water, tropical plants, fans, Teflon pans, pest strips, flea killers, insecticides, and other pets.
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