Budgie Ceres

[Seraphenebirdo]

Hi y’all. I just went to a new petshop in my area and I noticed that some of budgies cere’s looked like this (picture). Anyway my question is is this hormonal or are they sick? They seem fine but their Ceres look horrible. I don’t know much about budgies though so I’m interested to know.

 

[Shezbug]

@Lady Jane may be able to help you with this or tag others who can help

 

[Ripshod]

Mature females' ceres do go like that at certain times in the breeding season. It's hormonal, and to be honest you want a younger bird.

 

[Lady Jane]

Yes ceres are normal for females ready to mate. It is a hormonal response.