A parakeet is any one of many small to medium-sized species of parrot, in multiple genera, that generally has long tail feathers. Older spellings still sometimes encountered are paroquet or paraquet. In American English, the word parakeet usually refers to the budgerigar. The budgerigar is a species of parakeet.

How long do parakeets live as pets?

How long do pet parakeets live? Parakeets generally live between five and eight years in the wild, but can easily reach 10 and even 15 years in captivity. The official record for parakeet longevity is 29 years and two months, according to the Guinness Book of Records.

Is 7 old for a parakeet?

A well cared for parakeet will live for a minimum of 8 years, and in most cases, they will live a maximum of 10 years. There have been individual parakeets that have lived for 15 to 20 years, so you might want to be prepared for that if you are planning on getting a parakeet.