Diet
Seeds, extruded pellets, fruit and vegetables: the mix that avoids deficiencies.
Pet guide
Pet birds: care, feeding and species
Budgerigars, canaries and parrots: the right cage, a diet without deficiencies, water and bathing, and how many to keep together.
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Diet What do budgerigars eat?
Seed mix, extruded pellets, fruit and vegetables: the diet that avoids the deficiencies of a seed-only menu.
01/10/2026 23:04
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Care Keeping budgerigars together: how many and how
Even numbers, space, two of everything and a slow introduction: how to avoid fights and loneliness.
30/09/2026 15:54
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Care Bathing and water for pet birds
How and how often to let a bird bathe, how to offer drinking water and how to clean the containers every day.
29/09/2026 15:54
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Care Bird cage: size and location
The minimum measurements by species, where to place the cage and how to set up perches, feeders and a quiet spot to sleep.
28/09/2026 23:04
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Pet birds: care, feeding and species
What do pet birds eat?
A seed-only diet falls short: the base should be extruded pellets for the species, completed with fresh vegetables and a little fruit. Seeds are a treat, not the main course.
How big does a cage need to be?
The bird must be able to stretch its wings and hop between perches without touching the bars: for a budgerigar, at least 60 cm wide; for a canary or a small parrot, from 80 cm.
Do birds need to bathe?
Yes. Most enjoy it and it keeps the plumage in good condition: offer a shallow dish or spray lightly with lukewarm water two or three times a week, always in the morning.