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When do baby budgies typically start leaving their nest box?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female

How long does it take for a baby budgie to come out of the nest box? I have 5 baby budgies and an egg which is about to hatch soon.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on April 24th, 2017

It'll probably be a few weeks before the babies start emerging from the nest. Baby birds tend to be born without feathers and are unable to walk around or move much, relying on their parents for care. Once they begin to grow in size and get more feathers, they will likely begin to explore a bit more.

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