(Petiska Editor) Leslie Berry
In my collection of the ’10+ Most Beautiful Budgies in the World’, you’ll find budgies of various hues and types.
From the traditional greens to the striking lutino, and even the unique Japanese helicopter hagoromo, each bird showcases the mesmerizing beauty and variety found in the world of budgies.
As a passionate bird watcher and former budgie owner, the charm of these little feathered friends has always captivated me.
This passion inspired me to create a content piece sharing my thoughts on some of the most beautiful budgies around the globe.
Through careful research and extensive observation of numerous budgie images from the World Budgerigar Organization, I’ve put together a selection from the years 2021, 2022, and 2023.
The purpose is to help budgie enthusiasts, especially those who are not familiar with show budgies or exhibition budgies, understand and appreciate the variety and beauty of these birds.
Please note that the beauty of a budgie, like any living creature, is subjective.
While I can’t choose just one as the most beautiful, I’m certain that all the budgies featured here hold a unique allure that will appeal to anyone who admires them.
Professional breeders have bred many of these birds’ generation after generation, resulting in some truly stunning budgies.
You will find budgies from various competition categories, such as Best Any Age, Best Any Age Opp. Gender, Best Young Bird, Best Young Bird Opp. Gender, and Best Colour Budgerigar.
Interestingly, almost all of them are full circular, full round crested budgies, which adds an extra charm to their appearance.
It is always important to appreciate the beauty in diversity, and budgies are no exception to this.
I hope that you find this list as enjoyable to peruse as I found it to create.
Best Any Age – Giger-Waser, Switzerland (SWV), 16th October 2021, Kirchberg
Allow me to introduce you to a beautiful blue budgie, champion of its age category.
Just look at that radiant plumage! Its color is simply stunning, don’t you agree?
Best Young Bird – Giger-Waser, Switzerland (SWV), 16th October 2021, Kirchberg
Next up, we have an olive green budgie.
This young bird is a splendid sight, with its soft green feathers catching the light just right.
It’s almost as if it has been painted by nature herself.
Best Any Age – Dave Ingoe, New Zealand (BSNZ), 2023
From the lands of New Zealand, we bring you a green budgie, an absolute beauty in its prime age category.
Notice how its lively green color seems to dance in the light.
Best Any Age – Abdullah Al-Ahmad, Saudi Arabia (SBC), 5 May 2023
This green budgie, hailing from Saudi Arabia, boasts a striking hue that captures the heart of any bird lover.
It certainly caught my eye when selecting the top budgies from around the world.
Best Young Bird Opp. Gender – Saleh Alraml, Saudi Arabia (SBC), 5 May 2023
Here’s a sight to behold, a yellow budgie that might possibly be a lutino.
Its vibrant yellow feathers contrast beautifully with the subtle, darker markings.
A fine specimen of its category, indeed.
Best Young Bird – Ahmed AL-Muaibid, Saudi Arabia (SBC), 5 May 2023
Feast your eyes on this gray budgie, the pride of its age category.
Despite being a young bird, its majestic gray hue and perfectly groomed feathers mark it as a standout among its peers.
Best Any Age – Abdullah Al-Ahmad, Saudi Arabia (SBC), 5 May 2023
Once again, we find ourselves looking at a green budgie, this time another champion from Saudi Arabia.
This budgie, with its vibrant green feathers and lively demeanor, is a delight to observe.
Best Young Bird Opp. Sex, Ali Bouresli, 30th December 2022 Kuwait City
Our next budgie is a white specimen, which might be an albino.
Best Any Age, KVAL Ludovit, Hungary (Intagracio SE), 2022
Here we have yet another white budgie, possibly an albino, who won the Best Any Age category.
This Hungarian budgie’s snow-white plumage makes it a sight to behold.
Best Young Bird Opp. Sex, Partnership Bach, 19/20 November 2022 Kassel, Germany (AZ)
Next, I’d like to show you this white budgie that could be an albino.
With its snowy feathers and piercing gaze, it’s certainly an impressive specimen and deservedly won in its category.
Best Young Bird, Alfred Hlavacek, Austria (OWV), 2022
Now, meet this white spangle budgie that has won the Best Young Bird category.
Its beautiful white plumage scattered with dark spots (a feature of the spangle variety) gives it a unique charm that I find irresistible.
Best Young Bird, Stuart Sacks, United States (BAA), 2022
Featuring another stunning winner of the Best Young Bird category, this blue budgie from the United States is a visual delight.
It radiates a deep and enchanting shade of blue that’s reminiscent of a clear sky.
Best Any Age, Giger & Waser, Switzerland (SWV), 2022
Our next entry is an olive green budgie. The earthy green hue of this budgie gives it a natural, soothing appeal.
It truly encapsulates the spirit of its Swiss home.
Best Any Age, Tommie Roodt, South Africa (BSSA), 2022
From South Africa, we have another green budgie that has clinched the Best Any Age category.
Its lively green plumage, highlighted by darker flight feathers, gives it a captivating contrast that’s a joy to behold.
Best Any Age Opp. Sex, Usman Waheed, 6 November 2022 Lahore, Pakistan (CBS)
From the vibrant city of Lahore, Pakistan, we bring you a radiant yellow budgie.
This captivating creature won in the Best Any Age Opposite Gender category.
Its brilliant, sunlit plumage makes it a truly wonderful sight.
Best Any Age Opp. Sex, Hasan Asba, 14th November 2022 Yarka, Israel (IFBB)
Next, meet another winner from the Best Any Age Opposite Gender category.
This budgie, possibly a lutino, hails from Yarka, Israel.
The glowing yellow of its feathers truly makes it a standout specimen.
Crested Lutino Japanese Helicopter Hagoromo Budgie
As a budgie enthusiast, it’s impossible for me to not include the unique Hagoromo budgies.
Their distinctive look, with large, extended feathering and a crest, sets them apart.
This crested lutino Japanese helicopter hagoromo budgie is a true testament to the diversity of this wonderful species.
Crested Japanese Helicopter Hagoromo Budgies
Finally, we reach the end of this diverse list with the majestic Japanese helicopter hagoromo budgies. These birds are distinctive and truly fascinating to observe.
The extended, fan-like spread of their wing and tail feathers give them a unique, dramatic silhouette unlike any other budgie.
And there you have it, my carefully curated selection of some of the most beautiful budgies from around the world.
Each one is a testament to the stunning diversity and unique beauty found within this captivating species.
It’s been an absolute pleasure sharing these charming creatures with you, and I hope they have inspired you as much as they inspire me.
Until next time, happy bird watching!
