Canadian Bourke Breeder Seeking Experienced Exporters - Looking to Import

[Loizo]

I’m a small breeder based in Québec, Canada. I’m working on a long-term project to introduce and promote Bourke parakeet color mutations that are not currently available here.

I’m looking to connect with experienced Bourke breeders who have exported birds before — or who are open to it — and who may be interested in collaborating. I’m especially looking for rarer mutations, such as Blue selection, Spangle, Pied or others not yet present here.

This is a serious and passionate project. I already breed several mutations (TS, Opaline, Lutino, Rubino, Rainbow, Pale Fallow), and I manage the only two Facebook groups dedicated to Bourkes in Québec. There’s a growing interest and a real lack of availability here, so I’m doing my best to change that with quality birds, education, and community support.

If you have experience with exports — particularly to North America — or know someone who does, I’d love to connect. I’m eager to learn, collaborate, and build something meaningful for the future of Bourkes in Canada.

Thank you so much!

 

[DonnaBudgie]

Bourkes are pretty hard to come by here in the US were it's mostly budgies, cockatiels, lovebirds, green cheeks and large parrots. I know a Linnie breeder but not Bourkes. Its even hard to get English Budgies if you don't know a breeder. Good luck with your project.
Where I live in Maine, people aren't much into birds like they are in Florida, Texas, and California- they're mostly dog and cat people.

 

[DonnaBudgie]

I looked it up and I do know a Bourkes breeder in Massachusetts. Eddie's Aviary is the name. If you Google them you can get their contact info.

 

[Loizo]

Thank you

 

[DonnaBudgie]

I just read that Eddie's stopped breeding Bourkes but they used to so they may have contacts that still do.
Eddie's posted an explanation about why they don't breed Bourkes anymore. Although they're beautiful birds that are docile and quiet and aren't biters, they really need to live in an aviaries because they are such strong fliers. Plus, even when hand raised they don't like being touched/"cuddled" by their owners.

 

[Loizo]

Yes, I completely understand — Bourkes really don’t fit into the typical “parrot” category. They generally don’t enjoy being housed with louder or more active parrots. They prefer calm environments, and I’ve often seen them living peacefully in aviaries with finches or other softbills. They’re truly in a class of their own — gentle, quiet, and visually stunning.

My first Bourke was a little male named Tiki. He’s not a fan of being handled too much, but he loves flying freely and often chooses to perch on us. He even picked up a few whistles and words, so he remains quite interactive in his own sweet way. You can see videos of our Tiki on YouTube, here is one:

Tiki is now a father and part of my breeding group — still as sweet, gentle, and interactive as ever.

At the moment, I have two pairs and have started selling chicks. The interest has been incredible — I already have a waiting list. That’s why I’m looking to grow my aviary and dedicate it entirely to Bourkes. There’s a real demand here, and I want to build something responsible and lasting.

Thanks again for your kindness and for pointing me toward possible contacts — it truly means a lot!

 

[Zilga]

I think Bourke's are terribly misunderstood and underrated. Yeah, they aren't cuddly, but they have fantastic and interesting personalities, and mine are smarter than my tiels by a mile. That being said, I think it's almost kind of a good thing that they remain more of a niche parrot because they need to fly more than any other bird I've had.