1 Check the eggs. Carefully inspect the eggs to make sure they are fertile. Fertile eggs will be smooth, round, and opaque. Infertile eggs will be misshapen, translucent, or have a discoloured yolk. If you are unsure whether an egg is fertile, you can try candling it. To do this, hold the egg up to a bright light in a dark room. If you see veins or an embryo inside the egg, it is fertile. If you do not see any signs of life, the egg is infertile.
2. Prepare the nest.** Make sure the nest is a suitable place for the eggs to hatch. It should be located in a quiet, dark area of the cage. The nest should be made of a soft material, such as hay, straw, or shredded paper.
3. Provide food and water.** Make sure the budgies have access to plenty of food and water. The female budgie will need extra food and water while she is incubating the eggs.
4. Monitor the eggs.** The eggs will hatch after about 18 days. During this time, you should monitor the eggs and make sure they are kept warm and moist. You should also watch for any signs of egg binding or other problems.
5. Care for the chicks.** Once the chicks hatch, you will need to provide them with food and water. The chicks will also need to be kept warm and safe.
6. Wean the chicks.** When the chicks are about 6-8 weeks old, they will be ready to be weaned. This means that you will need to start feeding them solid foods, such as seeds and pellets.
7. Separate the chicks.** Once the chicks are weaned, you will need to separate them from their parents. This is important to prevent them from mating with their parents or siblings.