Due to acquiring a pigeon last night, somewhat unexpectedly, due to a friend losing their residence I need some help/advice. The friend is currently uncontactable.
Can you recommend a) a commercial well rounded pigeon feed I’m likely to be able to get locally in Birmingham, UK or b) a stop gap while I sort a suitable diet.
I was already beginning to learn about pigeon care just in case, I know pigeons have seed based diet, I just, want to make sure to feed an actual balanced diet as it were.
@tinysaurus-rex I know you aren’t in the UK but are the only pigeon person I’m aware of.
I believe most outdoor bird food is ok for them a long with dried peas & lentils. I don’t own any pigeons so I don’t know a ton about them. If anyone has any tips please help.
I’m here today to talk to you about the most criminally underestimated parrot: the parakeet.
Yes, though they are small, they ARE parrots. You might call them “budgies,” you might call them “budgerigars,” but you should never call them “just.” As in, “just a parakeet.”
Sit down and let this overenthusiastic bird lady tell you a thing: We need to rethink our parakeet perceptions. Not only are these little feathered friends “real parrots,” they need to be treated like such.
Why? Because budgies are smart, sensitive beings who are capable of much more than people give them credit for. For real. Check this out:
A budgie even holds the world record for bird with the largest vocabulary. Seriously!
Of course, not all budgies will do these things, but even one who’s not a talker will be your buddy.
All it takes is a little time, understanding, and research. Even an older, untamed budgie can become a companion. These birds can live for over ten years if given proper care, so get to know them! It’s worth it.
Heck, even if you DON’T want to be too hands on with your parakeet pal, they are still a ton of fun to watch! Budgies are incredibly inquisitive and they can entertain for hours with their antics.
Budgies are great first birds not because they are readily available, cheap, “starter birds.” They are great ANYTIME birds. First bird or millionth bird. Their care is simpler than larger birds, but no less important.
Make bringing home a budgie a big deal. Carefully consider it. Do your research. Get the proper cage, toys, food, materials, everything! Adopt if you can. Treat your budgie right. Make them important, because they are important. No more subpar care.
And if you ever ever EVER hear anyone say anything about them being “just parakeets,” or “dumb,” or “not real parrots,” or “throwaway birds,” or any of the multitude of undeserved misconceptions about these wonderful birds, you MAKE ANGRY BUDGIE NOISES AT THEM.
Flock of Wolfes 