Budgerigar

/bˈʌd‍ʒəɹˌɪɡɑː/

/bˈʌdʒɚɹˌɪɡɑːɹ/

[noun]

Budgerigar

[NOUN]

a small Australian bird of the parrot family that is green in the wild but has been bred in many colors

synonyms : budgereegah

Melopsittacus undulatus

shell parakeet

What is a "budgerigar"?

A budgerigar, also known as the budgie or parakeet, is a delightful and sociable bird native to Australia. With their small size and vibrant plumage in shades of blue, green, yellow, and white, budgerigars are cherished as popular pet birds worldwide. Known for their playful and active nature, budgies thrive on social interaction and mental stimulation. They are highly intelligent and can be taught to mimic human speech and perform various tricks. Budgerigars have a melodic chirp and are known for their ability to communicate and bond with their human caretakers. They are naturally curious and enjoy exploring their surroundings and engaging in interactive toys and activities.

Examples

1. They decided to breed budgerigars and sell them to the local children.

2. Also on the right side we have Agent Peri the budgerigar, and Steve the cockatiel lives with her.

3. I think that's my budgerigar that escaped from its cage in 1995 I dunno how it ended up in America, but

4. And it's just somebody's observation, sometime long in the distant past of Australia culture, that a Speedo fits your average man the same way as it would be if he had a small budgie, Budgerigar, bird, stuffed down the front of his pants.

Nearby words

buffalo carpet beetle