About the Budgerigar
The budgerigar, also known as the common parakeet, shell parakeet or budgie, is a small, long-tailed, seed-eating parrot native to Australia. Naturally, the species is green and yellow with black, scalloped markings on the nape, back, and wings. Budgies are bred in captivity with colouring of blues, whites, yellows, greys, and even with small crests. Juveniles and chicks are monomorphic, while adults are told apart by their cere colouring and their behaviour.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Melopsittacus undulatus |
| Species Codes | budger, BUDG |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Budgerigar belong to?
The Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Budgerigar?
The budgerigar, also known as the common parakeet, shell parakeet or budgie, is a small, long-tailed, seed-eating parrot native to Australia. Naturally, the species is green and yellow with black, scalloped markings on the nape, back, and wings. Budgies are bred in captivity with colouring of blues,...
Where can I report a Budgerigar sighting?
You can log sightings of Budgerigar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code budger, or on iNaturalist.
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