Australian Parakeets are extremely gregarious birds that can be created in pairs or in large groups without any problems. They also get along with all sorts of other birds. The lonely birds can become very tame if acquired at an early age, but also require much attention.
Habitat:
Australian Parakeets may be raised in cages, indoor aviaries, cages for breeding or in outdoor aviary. It is not wise to surround them with plants, since they destroy them, biting them. However, they like to climb objects within their reach. The Australian Parakeets are tough birds that can be created in an outdoor aviary, during winter, provided they have access to a night shelter with good isolation.
Breeding:
These birds are very easy to breed, for example, in cages for breeding that are 60 cm wide. They do not build nests and the nest boxes specifically designed for parakeets of Australia have a tilt at the base to prevent the eggs from rolling and move away from each other, running the risk of not being hatched. The area of the base of the nest box should be about 15 x 15 cm and height should be 20 cm. An entry hole with a 4 cm diameter is sufficient for the average Australian parakeet. They lay from four to six eggs that are hatched only by the female during a period of 18 days or so. Once the pups are born, they are fed by both parents.
Food:
With regard to food you also will not find much difficulty. In the market there are several solutions of mix of corn, canary seed, peeled oat and fortifying mash. You will also find vitamins and calcium in small stones. In addition to such food, you may occasionally give them green foods such as carrots and cabbage eye always making sure they are properly washed in fresh water. Renew daily the drinking fountain with fresh water.
