Budgerigars have a special place among pets. Funny, sweet, talkative, they become great friends for children and adults, brighten up the leisure of family members or single people. So that the parrots do not get bored and retain the ability to reproduce, at a certain age they can be matched. Some recommendations for determining the sex of budgerigars will help to do this correctly.
How to distinguish a male budgie from a female: appearance
The most common way to distinguish a male budgie from a female is to look closely at the bird's wax. Wax is a leathery colored formation found in the upper part of the bird's beak. As a rule, males have blue or purple waxes and females brown or gray.
However, this method of determination will only help if the parrot is at least 1, 5 months old. In infant chicks, it is not possible to determine the sex by wax, since it subsequently changes color. Often, the male in infancy has a pink wax, and the female - blue.
In addition, the female has a border around the nostrils, usually it is light. The paws of female budgies are pink.
How to determine the sex of a budgerigar by behavior
If you are somewhat confused and cannot figure out how to distinguish a male budgie from a female, you can study them for a while. To determine the sex of a bird, observe its behavior.
Males are usually more sociable, mobile and determined. They behave more aggressively, like males of different animal species. This becomes especially noticeable during the mating season, when the parrot protects its female from strangers. At other times, male budgerigars make more noise and talk. In addition, they try to imitate their masters.
In turn, females behave much more modestly and calmly. They can be taught to speak on rare occasions, and with great effort. However, during the mating season, females are also capable of showing aggression. They treat males favorably, but at the same time with restraint. However, female courtship is accepted with pleasure.
What you need to buy for budgies
Having mastered how you can distinguish a male budgie from a female, and having decided on the choice of bird, you will need to provide the future pet with a suitable place to stay in your house. First of all, you should purchase a cage. A budgerigar house should be simple and fairly spacious. For two parrots, a triangular or square cage 60x40 cm is best suited.
When choosing a suitable bird dwelling, take a closer look at the side walls. If you do not have the desire and ability to remove fluff, husks and feathers throughout the room every day, it is better to take a cage with high walls. It is desirable that they are transparent, allowing you to observe the bird and keep the area clean.
The most suitable material for the cage will be stainless steel or polymer coating. Wooden frames may suit the taste of a parrot, but they can lead to deformation of the house. In addition, it is rather difficult to remove parasites from this material. Do not forget to carry out disinfecting procedures once a month, pouring boiling water over the cell. Of course, before that, you must first let your feathered friend go for a walk around the apartment.
Having chosen the most suitable house for your future pet, do not forget to also purchase a drinker, food, mirrors, toys, etc. Currently, there are many accessories on sale that can brighten up the leisure of your feathered friend during your absence.
The budgie needs to be loved and pampered, with warm care and patience. And then he will delight you with his cheerful mood.
