Do Parakeets Sit on Their Eggs? Shared Incubation

Parakeets do not "sit" continuously on eggs. Instead, both male and female take turns incubating the clutch.

Incubation Behavior

• Shared duty – parents alternate shifts
• Typical incubation period: 18–21 days
• Eggs left briefly for feeding, drinking, elimination
• Constant warmth and humidity critical for development

This biparental care is common among parrots and ensures higher hatch success.