So, tell me about pet birds.
Been looking into stuff, starting with what species to consider/avoid.
So far I see that cockatoos are to be avoided. Canaries/finches aren't that affectionate.
African Greys are the smartest but rare/pricey.
I am looking at the ones that enjoy interaction.
bird general I guess too, if people want to talk about that
Just get the standard ones like cockatiels or budgies. The big parrots are too much effort for a first time bird owner. They also live really really long.
pyrrhura conures
Cockatiels, budgies, and quakers make excellent first time birds. As do some conures and lovebirds. Keep in mind though that all exotic birds require LOTS of one-on-one time, special diets, and money to keep happy and healthy.
I had a pacific parrotlet that was super affectionate and loved attention. No one seems to mention them ever for some reason.
>>2136261
budgies, unless youre really lucky, wont give you as much affection and attention as other birds. they just arent as touchy.
>>2135487
Avoid the one on the complete right in your picture. I don't remember it's name but we had like 3 of them when I was a kid and they fucking scream all the time. Like you amplified a crow and then put it on loop. They are nice birds but the screaming is unbearable.
>>2135487
Get a senegal parrot, they're smart as whips, are low up keep, and are known as "apartment" parrots because they're quieter than most birds and generally just make beep and whistle sounds.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnR-YWpUug4
>>2136485
hand raised budgies will
Cockatiels are a good go-to lower maintainence companion bird.
Do not get a larger parrot unless you are a crazy person who is willing to change your entire lifestyle to revolve around the parrot.
>>2136585
Got it
The large parrots are super costly anyway
Cockatiels can be super affectionate.
Get a couple as they are social animals and will actually be lower maintenance if they have a friend.
