Why isn't my new Budgie eating or drinking anything?

Question

Okay well I just got 2 budgies yesterday (male & female) and they aren't really doing anything. They stopped pooping as much and they keep picking their poo hole with their beaks. I haven't seen them eat ANYTHING and their food and water is always the same as I left it. It's probably because they're scared but it's really worrying me. This is my first time owning any sort of bird so please help me if you can :(

Answer 1

My budgies did the same same thing when i got them. Dont worry in a day they should begin to act normal.Give it time. If something was wrong they wouldn't both be acting the same way! Congratulations on your new family members and good luck with your new feathered friends!

Answer 2

The only way budgies deffend themselves from predators is by fleeing the place and hiding quietly until it's safe again. This means that scared birds will only sit there, not eating or anything. You are like the predator because you are large, loud, and unpredictable to them. There is no way for you to get them to see that you won't hurt them besides giving them time on their own. They have just been taken away from thier previous home, and this is all very traumatizing to them.

In fact, whenever I get a new bird, I leave it in a room alone, and keep other people and myself from entering the room except to feed/clean/etc. I like to give the birds up to a week on their own like this. This way they can get to know their cage as a safe place, and they also get to know me without me appearing too horrible to them.

After a few days, you will see thta they are moving around and acting like happier budgies. Only at this point should you start taking them out and handling them. Remember that it's very important to keep them content and fear free, because stress really makes birds very ill.

And just a tip, make sure the cage has TONS of toys and things. Maybe even a nest big enough for the two of them to hide in if they are scared and just want to get away.

Answer 3

My budgie Valentine didn't eat much for more than 4 days! They just need to get used to the cage and home. Try to just leave them alone for a couple of days... Also budgies really dont drink a large amount of water but that doesn't mean you shouldn't change it every 2-3 days.

Answer 4

They are new to your home. Give them 24hrs. to get things staight.