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Budgerigars Articles


What it's like having budgies
Manic. Loud. Messy. Demanding. Wonderful.

Social media brings so many cute bird videos that it can be easy to miss the reality of looking after them. Being aware of the reality before making a commitment may help people decide if birds are really for them or not.


Budgerigars • 22nd of February, 2026 bird, budgie, mess, noise, pleasure
Bird, the remake
Dear Cod put that glue away!

Like all good (and bad) remakes of films, taking on a new bird will never be the same experience as any previous birds you've looked after. Comparisons may be natural, but not always useful.


Budgerigars • 10th of November, 2025 bird, birth, budgie, cage, film, loss