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Birds
Colourful, clever and full of song!
Pet birds such as budgies are bright, social and smart. They need friends, a large space to stretch their wings, and a lot of attention, because they can live for many years.
Lifespan
Budgies about 5–10 years
Best friend
You, or another bird
Special skill
Singing and mimicking
Needs
Space to fly
Explore Birds
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What Birds Eat
A varied diet keeps a bird's feathers shiny and its body strong. These tips use budgies as an example.
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A Happy Bird Home
Birds are made to fly, so the bigger the cage the better, plus time out of the cage every day.
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Keeping Birds Healthy
Birds hide being ill, so look closely at your bird every day.
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Bird Fun & Facts
Birds are one of the cleverest groups of animals.
🏡 Always ask a grown-up and a vet before getting a pet or changing what it eats.