Buddy for a Budgie

Question
Hi there. A co-worker of mine got a male budgie exactly a year ago today for her anniversary. Her and her husband were thinking about adding a second budgie so he could have a friend. They aren't sure which gender they should get. The bird they have now is a little on the shy side and doesn't seem to be all the human friendly. My co-worker is nervous that if she gets a female and they don't provide a proper nest she will lay soft eggs and doesn't want to hurt her in any way. Could you clarify what could happen if they get a female and if a female is the best choice to get for this shy male?

Answer
Hello Lorraine,

Budgies are naturally social and do like company. In the wild they would live in large flocks. I would recommend you telling your co-worker to get a second bird for their budgie. It does not necessarily have to be a female. Two males will get along fine. They can actually become very attached to each other. It is possible there might be a dominant male, but for the most part they will be ok. Getting a female may be asking for babies. See how getting a male bird will be. Introduce the new bird slowly so the birds have time to get used to each other.

Hope this helps!
Feel free to ask more questions if you need more info!
Thank You!!

Calyopea