Everything for Parakeets – From Food to Care

Everything for Parakeets – From Food to Care

Welcome to the Parakeet Department of DRD Vogelwinkel® ! Here you will find everything you need for your parakeet, whether it is a budgie, lovebird, cockatiel or another colorful friend. We have carefully put together an assortment that perfectly matches the natural needs of these smart and active birds.

Parakeet food

Healthy food is the basis for a long and happy life. In our Parakeet Food category you will find complete seed mixes, pellets, egg food and tasty snacks. We only choose brands that use high-quality, natural ingredients - exactly what your parakeet needs!

Parakeet toys

Parakeets are playful birds that can get bored quickly. That's why we have a wide selection of Parakeet toys , from climbing ropes and swings to puzzle toys and bells. Enrich the cage and stimulate your bird's natural behavior.

Care for Parakeets

Good care is essential. In our Parakeet Care category you will find everything to keep your parakeet healthy and in top condition: grit, chalk, bath houses, nail dishes, care sprays and more. Everything you need for a happy and well-groomed bird.

Why choose DRD Vogelwinkel®?

✔ Specialist in small birds
✔ Extensive & carefully selected range
✔ Fast delivery and expert advice
✔ Always natural and animal friendly

Whether you are just starting out or have been keeping parakeets for years, DRD Vogelwinkel® is the right place for you. Discover our range and give your bird the best!

The Budgerigar – Small, colorful and very sociable

The Budgerigar ( Melopsittacus undulatus ) is perhaps the most famous parakeet in the world and for good reason! This cheerful, small parrot has been a beloved pet for years because of its lively character, beautiful colors and social nature. With its curious look, long tail feathers and pleasant chirping, the Budgerigar is a real mood maker in the house.

Dimensions and weight

• Body length: 18 to 24 cm
• Weight: 30 to 40 grams

Small in size, but big in personality!

Origin: A sun worshipper from Australia

In the wild, the Budgerigar lives in the dry Australian outback, where it moves in large flocks across the landscape, always looking for food and water. These social animals avoid coastal areas, but feel completely at home inland. Budgerigars live in dynamic groups of sometimes hundreds of birds, communicating with each other through all kinds of sounds and body language. This natural behavior is also seen in tame parakeets: they thrive in company.

Color and pattern: a natural work of art

The original, natural colour of the Budgerigar is wild colour , also called yellow-green. The drawing of this bird is truly beautiful. The head is bright yellow, with violet-blue cheek patches and on both sides of the throat you can see three black dots. The long tail and subtle black waves on the wings complete the picture. Over the years, targeted breeding has created countless colour variations, from blue to white and from pied to opaline.

Did you know…?

The name "parakeet" is a collective name for several species of small parrots? Birds with the name "parakeet" can therefore be quite different genetically! For example, the Cockatiel is technically a small cockatoo. Yet all of these species belong to the order of the parrots (Psittaciformes) .

Social character – preferring to be together rather than alone

Budgies are real group animals . In the wild they do everything together: eat, play, sleep and communicate. That is why we strongly recommend to always keep them at least in pairs . Even better is a small group. Pay close attention to the composition:

• Keep an even number of parakeets
• Make sure there are no more dolls (females) than males

Females may display dominant behavior toward each other and sometimes even become aggressive if the group ratio is out of balance.

Intelligent busy bees

Budgies are curious, smart and playful. They love to explore their surroundings and play with toys or each other. Provide them with enough enrichment in their habitat, such as:

• Climbing ropes
• Swings
• Bells
• Mirrors (only if they are alone – preferably not structurally)
• Food puzzles

A bored parakeet is prone to stress and behavioral problems. That is why daily variation in toys and interaction is important.

Taming and contact

Budgies can become very tame , especially if you start training them at a young age. They learn to recognize their caregiver, respond to voice sounds and sometimes even come and sit on your hand by themselves. With patience and regular training, some specimens can even learn words ! Please note: tame budgies always remain animals with their own will. Respect and trust are the basis of a good bond.

The right housing for budgies

A good living environment is crucial. Therefore, ensure:

• A spacious cage or aviary with horizontal bars for climbing
• Various perches (natural wood is ideal)
• Daylight and ventilation , without draughts
• Company and daily attention

The cage should be large enough for them to fly. Ideally, you should also give them free-flying time in a safe space every day .

Nutrition and care

Budgies need a varied diet . In addition to a good basic diet such as budgie seed mixes or extruded pellets , you can treat them to:

• Fresh vegetables (e.g. carrot, pepper, broccoli)
• Green branches (such as willow or fruit tree)
• Fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley)
• Grit and cuttlefish for calcium supply

Be careful with fruit and snacks – give them in moderation.

Why a budgie?

Budgies are perfect pets for those looking for a lively, intelligent and sociable animal. They are relatively easy to care for, responsive to their environment and bring a lot of fun with their chatter, singing and playful behaviour.

Want to know more?

At DRD Vogelwinkel® you will not only find everything you need for your Budgies – from food to cages and from toys to care – but also reliable information , customized advice and a passion for birds that you feel in everything we do. Whether you are just starting out or have been keeping budgies for years, we are here for you and your birds!