Budgerigars

Budgerigars—also called budgies or parakeets—are actually a small type of parrot. Because of their size, colors, and personalities, they are very popular pets. Budgies can be green, blue, yellor, or white. They grow to be about seven inches in length and live to be around five to eight years old. Budgies are very social birds, and enjoy the company of other birds of their species, and also humans. One reason budgies are popular pets is because some are able to mimic certain sounds. When gently handled from a young age, many budgies are happy to perch on their owner’s hands, arms, or shoulders. Budgies need cages that have enough space to climb along the walls and perches. Most  budgies also like to have special bird toys in their cage.