Parakeet question.?

Question

I have a male parakeet for 3 months now. If I get a female and put her in his cage will they fight. Also, how long after will they mate. My male bird is constantly singing and making so much noise. A friend told me it is because he is lonely and singing for a mate. Any advice will be appricated.

Answer 1

Definitely wont fight. Actually parakeets are pretty calm when introduced to new parakeets. If everything goes right & buy a female.. you will start to notice the keets rippinq newspaper in order to make a nest. When that is happeninq, make sure you buy a little nest or you can even make alittle box for them! But definitely try to qet him a friend :D

Answer 2

They probably won't fight, but there's no guarantee. It's more likely for two males or two females to fight.

There isn't a specific mating season for birds kept in captivity, so there's no telling when your birds will mate.

As for crying for a mate, I don't believe it. It's probably bored and wants some toys or attention. Two birds will always be louder than one.

Here's some info on breeding:

http://www.budgieplace.com/breeding.html

Here's some info on preventing your bird from being so loud:

http://www.petparrots101.com/preventing-...

Hope I helped! Good Luck! ^_~

Answer 3

Sara, are you from Yakima?

Answer 4

It will take a little time but they will be ok. When you put the female in the cage, clean your cage with both of them in it. I know it seems strange but it gives them a starting point of togetherness and helps them to adjust together because they are both going through the same thing . My birds are now friends and love the idea of huddling together when I clean their cage and get along better since then. As far as mating, they will do that when they are ready to. You can't rush that one.