Interactive Tool

Bird Cage Size Finder

Choose a bird type and a few constraints to get a practical starting point. This is guidance for shortlisting cages, not veterinary or species-specific husbandry advice.

Reference chart

Bird typeStarting cage sizeBar spacingBuying priority
Finches and canaries30 in L x 18 in W x 18 in H1/4 to 1/2 inHorizontal flight space
Budgies and parakeets30 in L x 18 in W x 18 in H1/2 in or lessWidth, safe doors, easy cleaning
Cockatiels and lovebirds32 in L x 20 in W x 24 in H1/2 to 5/8 inClimbing room and secure latches
Conures and small parrots36 in L x 24 in W x 36 in H5/8 to 3/4 inChew-resistant construction
Amazons, greys, and cockatoos36 in L x 28 in W x 48 in H or larger3/4 to 1 inHeavy gauge metal and reliable locks
Macaws and very large parrots48 in L x 36 in W x 60 in H or larger1 to 1.5 inPremium build quality and door security