Since parakeets are active and intelligent birds, provide a variety of interactive and engaging toys and rotate them regularly. Foraging toys, ladders, swings and mirrors are great parakeet toys. Each bird may have a preference on toys, so provide an assortment to prevent boredom or destructive behaviors. Keep in mind that mirrors should be avoided if you want your bird to bond with you—you don't need it falling in love with the bird in the mirror!