Parakeets are the most popular of all the parrots; however, it is a generic term that is given to the long-tailed variety in the small to medium-sized group. Any bird within this class and smaller than the parakeets are known as budgies. It is important to understand the classifications for selecting the right parakeet bird cages.

The first consideration in this regard is definitely the size of the cage; it must be comfortable for the bird’s daily living. Often, people are averse to the idea of spending much; what they do not understand is spending right keeps you out of further troubles. So any cage that shall just barely allow the parakeet to squeeze in is to be ruled out and measurements should be done taking into account the wingspan at the least. Thus, nothing less than a 18? wide, 14? deep and 22? high shall be sufficient to house a parakeet.

Regarding the shape of parakeet bird cages: Parakeets prefer rectangular cages than the circular types. Instinctively, parakeets tend to rest at the corners; it helps them to feel secured. Next is material.

It is an important factor nevertheless overlooked by most of the bird owners. Any material that is easily damaged (e.g. wood or cheap plastic) or peel-off (e.g. powder coatings on wrought iron) is not the perfect choice for parakeet bird cages; instead, stainless steel rods or wire meshes or high quality high density ABS prove to be better choices. Else, go for the see-through acrylic cages. Meshes must have a maximum of 2mm gaps while for the bars – it must be sufficient for not letting the bird to stick its head out.

Cleaning is an important part of hygiene both for the bird and its owner; therefore, it must be accomplished with ease. Removable trays at the bottom of the parakeet birdcages are thus a vital factor; the assist in easy maintenance and cage cleaning. However, a large door for a cage turns things even easier.

All that were for owners keeping single parakeets; for pairs there are also available a wide array of cages with some fixed with feeding and water bowls. The calculation is: A pair of bowls for every bird in the cage. This, however, has one drawback; the fixed bowls often make cleaning a cumbersome task and bird droppings in the bowls might get the food contaminated. For a wide range of options available in this category, you may check out the Paradise Cages or the Kings Cages. These, besides being well made, also have non-toxic coatings and add to the aesthetics of the place where it shall be housed.

So there you are; you have learnt about the technicalities behind choosing a parakeet birdcage; whether you want the style to be the Napoleon top or a New Yorker with a more cosmopolitan appeal depends on your taste and preferences.

But then again, whatever cage you might choose, it must not be placed where it might get hit by droughts or by fumes (even from the non-stick pans) and weather-resistant cages are not available in the market as of now.

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