At what age can a child have a parakeet?

It is impossible to provide an exact age, since each child matures differently, but it is safe to say that a toddler is clearly too young. Beyond that, you really are the best judge of whether or not your child is mature enough to handle the responsibility.

See "Is a parakeet an appropriate pet for a child?" for more information.

Other questions in 'About Parakeets in General'

1. Where in the world do parakeets come from? Where do they live in the wild?
2. How long does a parakeet live? What is the lifespan of a parakeet?
3. How can I extend the lifespan of my parakeet?
4. What are budgies and budgerigars? How are they different from parakeets?
5. Can I give a parakeet as a gift?
6. Is a parakeet an appropriate pet for a child?
7. At what age can a child have a parakeet?
8. Can parakeets talk?
9. How can I teach my parakeet to talk?

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