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Why is my male budgie pecking the female? How can I stop it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Male

My male budgie peck on the female when she is sitting on the pearch and she screams and they fight. Is it normal or can I take some measures to stop this

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on February 10th, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Bird. Not all birds get along. Maybe the male wants to breed and the female doesn't. There should be adequate perches and hiding areas, to get away, to lessen stress. Good luck.

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