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My budgie nest box smells bad. Is it dangerous for the baby birds?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

My budgie nest box has started to smell. Will the smell harm the babies?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on April 29th, 2017

No the smell won't but the nest should be kept clean if full of feces/urine. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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