Budgerigar: The little Aussie bird that stole the world's heart

Published: Dec. 29, 2020, 11:20 a.m.

180 years ago, a pair of budgerigars were taken from Down Under and introduced to the world. The humble little bird has since become a beloved companion; coveted by royals, painted by masters, weaved into fashion and rendered in the finest porcelain. First broadcast 4th June 2020