The most common time for galahs to lay their eggs is between August and September. Once young galahs have left the nest, they continue to be supported and fed by parents and other flock members for another few weeks until juvenile birds are able to fend for themselves. Nestlings are fed by both parents in the nest cavity for between 45 and 59 days, when the chicks are ready to start fledging. Eggs are incubated by both female and male galahs in turn for 22 to 26 days. How long do Galahs nest for?įor most galah populations, nesting begins from July onwards when between 2 and 6 eggs are laid, with one new egg being added to the clutch every two to three days. In the extreme northern populations, nesting has a different schedule, with eggs being laid between February and June. Some of the latest clutches each year are laid during September.
In periods of intense rain, nesting will be delayed until more settled weather prevails.įor most galah populations, nesting takes place from as early as the end of July and may not be completed until as late as mid November. When galahs nest varies according to geographical location, with the weather and climate being a major factor on when a mating pair will lay eggs. Phenology What time of year do Galahs nest?
