Caliqula - Male Parakeet - Other (Denver, CO)

Caliqula - Male Parakeet - Other

Parakeet also known as Budgerigars(Melopsittacus undulatus)Sometimes referred to as starter birds this label could not be more unfair to one of the most beautiful of over 350 parrot species. The budgerigar is also known as common pet parakeet or shell parakeet and informally nicknamed the budgie is a small long-tailed seed-eating parrot. Budgerigars are the only species in the Australian genus Melopsittacus and are found wild throughout the drier parts of Australia where the species has survived harsh inland conditions for the last five million years. Budgerigars are naturally green and yellow with black scalloped markings on the nape back and wings but have been bred in captivity with coloring in blues whites and yellows greys and even with small crests. Budgerigars are popular pets around the world due to their small size low cost ability to mimic human speech and playful nature. The origin of the budgerigar s name is unclear although it s said to be aboriginal for good to eat. The species was first recorded in 1805.The budgie is the world s most popular parrot. Minute in size but mighty in personality budgies hold the world s record for talking ability. Expect your budgie to live 10-15 years with the proper care diet exercise and safety tips. Budgies are amazing learners and their ability to learn successfully from caregivers is inspiring. Just visit -X -.-----X.- and you too will be amazed.TGF has many beautiful budgies for adoption. TGF regularly receives budgerigar transfers from Denver area animal shelters because owners allow them to continue to reproduce then give the birds away. All birds at TGF are tested for Chlamydia psittaci which is a zoonotic disease.To learn more about what adoptable birds are available at The Gabriel Foundation visit -.---.- or www.AdoptAPet.com Primary Color Aqua Secondary Color Yellow Weight 0.043 Age 11yrs 2mths 1wks... More Info