AboutErika Expertise I can answer questions about parakeets and their taming, housing, breeding, hand-feeding/raising, food, toys, and other general questions. I can not answer questions concerning medical issues and if your bird is injured take it to an avian veterinarian immediately!
Experience I have raised parakeets for almost ten years. I've had success breeding and raising budgies. I also have some experience in hand-feeding/raising parakeet chicks.
Education/Credentials I have succesfully bred and raised budgies for ten years.
Question Hello, should the top of the parakeet nest box be open when the eggs hatch. Or should the nest box always stay dark?
Answer Hi Mustafa!
It is best to leave the lid on the nesting box when the chicks hatch and through their time in the nesting box. I have heard from friends of a chick going blind because it was too bright in the nesting box when they first opened their eyes. I don't know if this is true, but I always leave the lids on my nesting boxes.
