How difficult is it to keep Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar?

The ideal temperature for Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar is 20〜30℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar?

The average lifespan of Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar is 8-10 years (13-15 with good care). With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar get?

Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar typically reaches 18-23cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What is the typical price for Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar?

The price of Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar varies significantly depending on variety, age, sex, and the individual animal's condition. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar

Q: What should I feed Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar?

Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar feeds on: Seed mix, pellets, greens such as komatsuna and pea shoots, cuttlebone or oyster grit. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

Intermediate

Melopsittacus undulatus

A Japanese-developed curly-feathered budgerigar variety in which the back feathers whorl and stand up. Related traits in the same line include the bonten on the head and the haramaki on the belly.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

20〜30℃

Lifespan

8-10 years (13-15 with good care)

Size

18-23cm

Humidity

40〜60%

Diet

Seed mix, pellets, greens such as komatsuna and pea shoots, cuttlebone or oyster grit

About

The hagoromo budgerigar belongs to the Japanese-bred curly-feathered budgerigar group and is defined by the whorled, upstanding feathers on the back known as hagoromo. Related traits in the same line include the bonten on the head and the haramaki on the belly, and some birds carry more than one. Keep it at 20-30 degrees Celsius, nearer 30 for chicks or sick birds. The upstanding feathers shed water poorly and soil easily, so check the hagoromo area routinely. The budgerigar is one of four species explicitly excluded from CITES Appendix II by annotation.

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Lifespan of the Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar

The Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar lives 8-10 years (13-15 with good care).

Lifespan is generally 8-10 years, or 13-15 with good management.

Size of the Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar

The Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar grows to 18-23cm.

The wild budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) is 18-23 cm long and weighs 30-40 g, and this variety matches it in size.

Temperature & humidity for the Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar

The ideal temperature for the Hagoromo (Helicopter) Budgerigar is 20〜30℃.

Basic Info

Origin

The wild ancestor is from inland Australia; the variety was developed in Japan

Care Specifications

PeacefulPair

Sources: Wikipedia - Budgerigar, Japanese edition (size, lifespan, temperature, varieties) / Wikipedia - Budgerigar

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Melopsittacus undulatus (Shaw, 1805)

Synonyms: Psittacus undulatus

Authority databases: GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern

Melopsittacus undulatus. One of four species (Agapornis roseicollis / Melopsittacus undulatus / Nymphicus hollandicus / Psittacula krameri) explicitly excluded from CITES Appendix II by notation. Not subject to CITES.

Sources: CITES Psittaciformes spp. Appendix II Annotation / IUCN Red List

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.