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I know someone who had a white parakeet that lived about 12 years. White Winged Parakeet Care Sheet. They both have yellow on the wings, so don't use that as a field mark. Weight: 72 grams (2.5 oz.) Lifespan: 10 - 15 years. White Winged Parakeet Care Sheet. The average lifespan of a pet parakeet is said to be around 7 to 15 years.
White-winged Parakeets have white on the wing, and Yellow-chevroned Parakeets do not. She recently died. This is mainly because parakeets in captivity are safe from wild predators, natural diseases, infections, and other similar factors. Average size: 22 centimeters (8.5 in.) Many people believe that parakeets bred in captivity have a longer lifespan than the ones that grow up in the wild. Scientific Facts. Parakeet Pet Lifespan. I had a blue parakeet live 7 1/2 years. I've had all those color parakeets live short lives too. I've owned parakeets for 15 years and the life span of a parakeet is dependent on good genes, good diet, good vet care, and good luck.