Since I first located Budgerigars in the Capertee Valley in May (on
Timothy Hyde's place) they have been seen in a number of locations in the
valley. This week I was having a look at a flock on a property where they
have been present since at least August.
Of particular interest was the presence of at least three juvenile birds
(it was actually difficult to get a good look at many birds as they were a
bit skittish). Budgies remain in their juvenile plumage for only about
3-4 months of age. I noted no juvenile birds in a flock of about 25 birds
at this same location two weeks ago. While it is conceivable (likely in
fact) that budgies are still arriving in the valley from further west as
the drought continues to get worse it is unlikely that they are breeding
further west. I think it is entirely likely that these budgies have bred
in the Capertee Valley, particularly as these three birds were behaving as
a family unit.
Cheers
David Geering
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