How to Introduce Male & Female Bourke Parakeets to Each Other

Bourke parakeets are a small, brightly colored bird species popular with bird lovers around the world. Originally hailing from the central regions of Australia, Bourke parakeets have become a favorite of many bird owners due to their docile nature and bright coloring. Parakeets thrive when kept together, so keeping them in pairs or small flocks is ideal. Introducing male and female Bourke parakeets to each other takes a little time and effort but will result in much happier birds.

Things You'll Need

  • Large birdcage
  • Perches
  • Food and water dishes
  • Bird toys
  • 2 small birdcages
  • Treats
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Instructions

    • 1

      Place each bird in one of the small cages, keeping them within sight of one another. Putting each bird in a new cage prevents either one from being territorial over its own space as they get become acquainted.

    • 2

      Move the birds closer to each other. Start with placing them in separate corners of the room, decreasing the distance by two or three feet each day. The birds will vocalize and display to each other as they become more familiar.

    • 3

      Close the doors and curtains in the room. Take each bird out of its cage, setting them close to each other on the floor. Let the birds examine each other quietly, separating them only if they become violent with one another.

    • 4

      Speak calmly to both birds, offering each one a treat to help them remain calm and make the introduction a positive experience. If either bird seems flightly or nervous, pick it up and move it away from the other bird, but stay within sight.

    • 5

      Rearrange the large cage. Move the perches to different heights, change the location of the food and water dishes, and hang the toys from different spots inside the cage. Changing the cage around will make the cage appear new to each bird and will prevent any territorial aggressions.

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      Set each bird gently inside the large cage and observe them closely. Each bird should be well acquainted with the other now and should happily settle in together with no issues.