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An active and colorful friend
The Sun Conure parrot is probably the most popular Aratinga conure kept as a pet.
Sun Conures are strikingly beautiful with a personality to match. Their beauty and playfullness make the Sun Conure a much loved pet.
It is said that the Sun Conure parrot got its name because in the sky a large flock of Sun Conures resembles a sunset.
Sun Conures are active, playful, and very social. If you do not have enough time to spend with a Sun Conure, you might want to find another pet bird. Because Sun Conures are so social, they need a lot of attention. Match this with their loud screams, and you might just regret picking this companion.
Sun Conure parrots aren’t very good talkers, but they can be very good at imitating sounds and performing tricks.
They are also very active, so a large cage and a lot of toys is a must for these playful little birds. They love toys that are easy to chew and toys that make noise. They also love to climb, hang, and swing.
It is also important to note that Sun Conures can be very nippy and aggressive, especially near puberty, so they are better pets for experienced bird owners.
If you are an experienced bird owner with a good amount of time to spend with your pet bird and a high threshold for noise, then a Sun Conure parrot might be the right pet bird for you.

Fast Facts
Name
Sun Conure (Aratinga solstitialis
Origin
Northeastern South America
Size
12 in.
Color Differences
Younger Sun Conures are mostly green while older Sun Conures are mostly yellow.
Lifespan
25-30 years
Noise
Loud
Living Arrangements
Sun Conures are too loud for apartment living, so they are best kept in a house.
Qualities
Loud, playful, active, spunky, feisty, intelligent, rowdy, fun, curious, comical, acrobatic, enjoy head scratches, can have quite an attitude, love toys, love attention, can be cuddly, can be nippy, can be excellent “watch dogs”, tend to be one-person birds (unless they are well-socialized), some like to bob their heads.
Abilities
Good – Have the ability to talk, but aren’t great talkers, trainable and can be very good at tricks

Interaction/Time Requirements
Sun Conures are very social, so they require a lot of attention and can resort to screaming if they don’t get the attention they seek.
Diet
They need a diet for large birds.

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A smart and entertaining friend
The Senegal parrot is a small, intelligent, active, and clever parrot that will keep you entertained for hours!
Senegal parrots are part of the Poicephalus species that includes Jardine’s, Meyer’s, and Red-Bellied parrots. Senegals are the most popular pet out of this genus. They are very intelligent, but aren’t as mischievous as most other pet birds of this size.
Senegals make good family pets, but need to be socialized well with people or they may become a one-person bird. They are quiet enough to live in an apartment, but do need a somewhat experienced owner because they do go through a nippy stage when they are testing their boundaries with you.
Senegals love attention and many are said to be rather cuddly. Some Senegals are better talkers than others, but most are able to learn several words that are so much fun to hear with their tiny voices! They also enjoy chewing, so wooden toys, ladders, etc. are perfect for your Senegal.
Senegals love human interaction, but are also able to entertain themselves. So, spending at least an hour a day with them is good. The more time, the better, though!
If you’re looking for a bird that acts like a large parrot, but is in a compact, quieter package, then a Senegal might be the right bird for you!

Fast Facts
Name
Senegal (Poicephalus senegalus)
Origin
West Africa
Size
8-10 in. (20-25 cm) and 120-140 grams
Lifespan
20-50 years
Noise
Low-Moderate – They are quiet enough for apartment living, and their talking voices are soft and gentle, so listen closely!
Qualities
Intelligent, not as mischievous or curious, great sense of humor, entertaining, good family pet, can become a one-person bird if not socialized well, go through a nippy stage, more likely to develop phobias, some are cuddly and affectionate, fair talkers, good at imitating sounds, enjoy chewing, good around children, loving, and playful.
Abilities
Good – Fair talkers, better at imitating sounds, can learn tricks.
Interaction/Time Requirements
Senegal parrots are a more independent species and can entertain themselves while you’re gone. However, they should be let out out of their for at least one hour a day for safe play and interaction with you.
Diet
They need a diet for medium birds and also love peanuts, so this can be good treat in moderation.

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A loving, but sensitive friend
The Scarlet Macaw is one of the largest of the Macaw species and is a very popular pet.
Scarlet Macaws are said to be more sensitive and high strung than some of the other Macaw species.
If not properly raised and handled well, they can become aggressive birds. For this reason, they are best for experienced bird owners. You need to establish stiff boundaries with Scarlets right when you bring this bird home. Otherwise, they will learn to scream, bite, or manipulate you in order to suit their needs.
The Scarlet Macaw is known for being very intelligent and loving (when raised correctly). Scarlet Macaws are definitely trainable–you can teach them to talk and learn tricks fairly easily.
Many bird owners are intimidated by the Scarlet Macaw’s strong will and large beak. Their beaks are very strong–one bite can lead you to the emergency room. These birds are not good for first-time bird owners. You need to be very experienced with birds in order to keep one of these, somewhat difficult, creatures.
To read more about Macaws as pets, please visit our Macaw page.
If you are an experienced bird owner and are prepared to handle bites from a large beak, sometimes replacing toys every week, spending a lot of time with your bird, training your bird to keep his mind active, and spending a lot of time setting clear boundaries, then this might be the right bird for you.

Fast Facts
Name
Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao)
Origin
Central and South America
Size
32 in., 2 lbs.
Color Differences
Scarlet Macaws are often confused with Green-Winged Macaws. You can tell a Scarlet Macaw apart because of the white face and yellow on the wings. Green-Winged Macaws have distinct red lines on their faces and no yellow feathers on their wings.
Lifespan
50 years on average
Noise
Loud
Living Arrangements
Because of their vocal abilities, size, and the size needed for their cages and other accessories, these birds are best kept in a house.
Qualities
Scarlets tend to be more sensitive, high strung, and nippy than other Macaw species, most do not tolerate other birds, children, or pets, they can be a very loving pet, and have a strong personality. Macaws in general have the intelligence of a 3-8 year old child, emotional range of a 2 year old child, may throw tantrums to get attention, great sense of humor, can tease you and other members of your family (including other pets), require a lot of attention, can be very demanding, need to be kept busy with attention, toys, and training, love to chew, love showers, some are described as clownish, energetic, playful, like to roughhouse, some can be nippy and aggressive, some love to cuddle.
Abilities
Excellent–they can learn to talk and learn tricks.
Interaction/Time Requirements
High–These birds do need a lot of attention and will scream and become very aggressive if they don’t get the attention and time from you that they need.
Diet
They need a diet for x-large birds.

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A fun, cuddly, and playful bird
The Red Bellied parrot is a fun, cuddly bird that can bring a lot of love and enjoyment to your home.
Red Bellied parrots are part of the Poicephalus species that includes Jardine’s, Meyer’s, and Senegal parrots. This species is known to be colorful, funny, fearless, loving, and a bit sensitive.
Red bellys, however, tend to be more social and talkative than the other members of this species. They are active, playful, and love to show off. Unlike other birds, they are not afraid of strangers and will continue to play and talk when guests come over. Red bellys have the personalities of larger parrots, but without the excessive cost and noise.
Red bellys are sexually dimorphic, which means that the males and females can be distinguished by physical characteristics. Males have an orange/red colored belly while the females have a green colored belly. As babies, both look alike, but they become distinguishable after 4-6 months of age.
While Red bellys can be nippy at times, once you get through the difficult stages of earning their love, it’s well worth it! They can easily become a one-person companion, though, so it’s important to socialize them with other people on a regular basis. These birds are also prone to panic attacks, so it’s important to make sure they feel safe at all times. If your Red belly gets scared and flutters away from something, don’t chase them. This can make them even more frightened. Just call to them and have them come for comfort on their own.
Red bellied parrots are also great talkers. They can make a variety of noises and sounds as well as mimic human words (sometimes even before they’re weaned!). Sometimes they will just blurt something out and surprise you! Red bellys can also learn to whistle. What’s great, though, is that they are not noisy birds. Red bellys are actually acceptable for apartment living because they do not tend to squawk or screech continuously for attention.

Red bellys do require a good-sized cage (at least 24x30x24) and lots of toys so they have enough room to climb and play as well as enough things to chew and destroy. They are goofy birds that like to hang upside down (sometimes by only one toe!) as well as lay on their backs and play with toys. They are truly entertaining to watch.
They do have a normal parrot diet consisting of pellets, seed, vegetables, fruits, and some beans and rice, so they are not too difficult to feed. It is important to have all of these as a part of the diet, though.
Red bellys are fascinating birds and make wonderful pets. If you are willing to put in the time and effort to earn their love, then this may be the right bird for you.

Fast Facts
Name
Red Bellied Parrot (Poicephalus rufiventris)
Origin
Eastern Africa
Size
9 in (23 cm) and 120 grams
Color Differences
Males have an orange/red colored belly while the females have a green colored belly (only distinguishable after 4-6 months of age).
Lifespan
25-35 years
Noise
Low – They are relatively quiet as they aren’t prone to screeching or squawking for attention
Living Arrangements
Because these birds are more quiet than others, they can be suitable for apartment living.
Qualities
Quiet, funny, affectionate, cuddly, playful, can be nippy, can be a one-person bird if not handled by more than one person on a regular basis, love attention, eager to please, clownish, can be comfortable on their backs and roll around on the ground with their toys, like to hang upside down things by one toe, may not get along with other birds, can be prone to panic attacks, not afraid of strangers, love to show off, they are sensitive and can take time and effort for them to love you and feel comfortable with you.
Abilities
Excellent – Can become very good talkers (some try to mimic human voices even before they are weaned!), mimics noises and sounds, can whistle, easy to train
Housing Requirements
They need a lot of room to play and lots of toys to play with. At least a 24x30x24 cage (for a Red belly with clipped wings) would be best as well as many toys they can attack, chew, and destroy.
Interaction/Time Requirements
Red bellied parrots are quite independent, but they do need to be let out of their cage at least once a day for play time and socialization. They should be socialized with multiple people on a regular basis or they can become a one-person bird.
Diet
They need a diet for medium birds.

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Name
(Poicephalus)
Origin
Sub-Saharan Africa
Size
9-13 in.
Color Differences
Vary widely between subspecies.
Owner
Need a more experienced bird owner to get them through that nippy stage.
Lifespan
25-40 years
Noise
Depends on subspecies
Qualities
Depends on subspecies, but most are intelligent, curious, great sense of humor, entertaining, good family pet, can become a one-person bird if not socialized well, go through a nippy stage, some are cuddly and affectionate, fair talkers, good at imitating sounds, enjoy chewing, good around children, loving, and playful.
Abilities
Good–Most can learn how to talk and learn tricks, but it depends on the subspecies and each individual bird.
Interaction/Time Requirements
They are independent and content to play on their own, but they should be handled daily and interact with more than one person or they may become nippy.
Diet
They need a diet for medium birds.

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A friendly family pet
The Pionus Parrot is often overlooked because it seems drab-looking, but these parrots are great family pets.
Pionus look like small Amazons and they both have similar traits. Pionus tend to be quieter and not as agressive as Amazons. However, male Pionus still tend to be more aggressive than females, especially during breeding season. Pionus also tend to bond to a whole family rather than just one person like the Amazon.
Pionus are also capable of talking, though they don’t usually have a wide vocabulary. Their voices are soft and a bit raspy, but if you listen closely, they can be enjoyable communicators. Pionus are also rather quiet, so they make a good pet if you are living in an apartment but wish to have a larger pet bird.
Pionus also don’t crave attention. They do need daily interaction, but they are independent enough to be happy playing on their own as well. These are great companion parrots that should not be overlooked!


fast Facts

Name
Pionus (Pionus), Blue-Headed Pionus (P. menstruus), Bronze-Winged Pionus (P. chalcopterus), Dusky Pionus (P. fuscus), Maximilian’s Pionus (P. maximiliani), White-Capped Pionus (P. senilis)

Origin
Central and South America
Size
9-13″, 200-280 grams
Color Differences
Most Pionus are predominantly dark green with a range of brighter colors on their head and wings. Some subspecies are dark blue and bronze in color.
Owner
Pionus are good for first-time owners.
Lifespan
35+ years
Noise
Pionus are quieter than Amazons and therefore make a good pet for someone living in an apartment that wants a larger bird.
Qualities
Quieter and less aggressive than Amazons, males tend to be more aggressive than females (especially during breeding season), good family pet, tend to bond with the whole family, capable of learning a small vocabulary, have soft, raspy voices, friendly, outgoing, some are shy and nippy, not overly demanding, make a wheezing sound when frightened, may make a growling sound when they feel threatened, love to bathe daily, can be high strung and a bit nervous, good pet for a home with children.
Abilities
Good – Pionus are capable of talking, but their vocabulary isn’t as good as the Amazons.
Interaction/Time Requirements
Pionus need daily interaction, but are also independent enough to play on their own.
Diet
They need a diet for medium birds and are prone to obesity, so a proper diet is a must.

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A friendly family pet
The Pionus Parrot is often overlooked because it seems drab-looking, but these parrots are great family pets.
Pionus look like small Amazons and they both have similar traits. Pionus tend to be quieter and not as agressive as Amazons. However, male Pionus still tend to be more aggressive than females, especially during breeding season. Pionus also tend to bond to a whole family rather than just one person like the Amazon.
Pionus are also capable of talking, though they don’t usually have a wide vocabulary. Their voices are soft and a bit raspy, but if you listen closely, they can be enjoyable communicators. Pionus are also rather quiet, so they make a good pet if you are living in an apartment but wish to have a larger pet bird.
Pionus also don’t crave attention. They do need daily interaction, but they are independent enough to be happy playing on their own as well. These are great companion parrots that should not be overlooked!

fast Facts
Name
Pionus (Pionus), Blue-Headed Pionus (P. menstruus), Bronze-Winged Pionus (P. chalcopterus), Dusky Pionus (P. fuscus), Maximilian’s Pionus (P. maximiliani), White-Capped Pionus (P. senilis)

Origin
Central and South America
Size
9-13″, 200-280 grams
Color Differences
Most Pionus are predominantly dark green with a range of brighter colors on their head and wings. Some subspecies are dark blue and bronze in color.
Owner
Pionus are good for first-time owners.
Lifespan
35+ years
Noise
Pionus are quieter than Amazons and therefore make a good pet for someone living in an apartment that wants a larger bird.
Qualities
Quieter and less aggressive than Amazons, males tend to be more aggressive than females (especially during breeding season), good family pet, tend to bond with the whole family, capable of learning a small vocabulary, have soft, raspy voices, friendly, outgoing, some are shy and nippy, not overly demanding, make a wheezing sound when frightened, may make a growling sound when they feel threatened, love to bathe daily, can be high strung and a bit nervous, good pet for a home with children.
Abilities
Good – Pionus are capable of talking, but their vocabulary isn’t as good as the Amazons.
Interaction/Time Requirements
Pionus need daily interaction, but are also independent enough to play on their own.
Diet
They need a diet for medium birds and are prone to obesity, so a proper diet is a must.
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An independent and affectionate friend
The Orange Winged Amazon parrot is an independent, playful bird that has a distinctive orange color on his wings, crown, cheeks, and tail.
Someone once said (we’re not sure who) that, “If African Greys are the college intellectuals, then Amazons are the class clowns!” We completely agree.
Orange-Winged Amazons are better at mimicking than talking and can be more temperamental than the Blue-Fronted Amazons, but are not as temperamental as the Yellow species of Amazons. They can be very affectionate and many are said to be friendly and clever.
There you will find more in-depth information about Amazons and how the group as a whole relates to humans.
If you are an experienced bird owner and can handle the loud vocal ability of the Amazon, then the Orange Winged Amazon parrot might be the right pet bird for you.

Fast Facts
Name
Orange-Winged Amazon (Amazona amazonica)

Origin
Northern and central South America

Size
13 in.

Color Differences
These birds are mostly green with hints of blue on their throat and crown, orange on the underside of their tail, yellow-orange on their crown, wings, and the front of their cheeks.

Lifespan
up to 50 years or more
Noise
Amazons have a loud vocal ability and most are very loud. Amazons are most well suited for living in a house instead of an apartment.
Qualities
More temperamental than some other species of Amazons, quick learners, better at mimicking sounds than talking, independent, loyal, some are talkative, not shy, enjoy showing off, love being the center of attention, playful, enjoy human companionship, tend to cuddle only on their terms, some can be strong-willed and unpredictable (especially during breeding season), many become aggressive and bite during breeding season, very loud voices, prone to obesity.

Abilities
Excellent – Most are great at mimicking sounds and many are good talkers. They are also easy to train.

Interaction/Time Requirements
Since Amazons are prone to obesity, these birds need at least 3-4 hours of exercise outside of their cage everyday.
Diet
Amazons are prone to obesity, so a good diet for large parrots and lots of exercise are a necessity. Seeds should be fed in moderation because they contain a lot of fat. Amazons are also prone to Vitamin A deficiencies, so foods high in Vitamin A are good.
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A unique and loyal friend
The Hawk Headed Parrot is a unique pet bird much like the Caique.
Hawk-heads are unique looking because they are able to raise the feathers on their head and the nape of their neck to look bigger and more intimidating (much like a hawk).

Hawk-heads are great pets that are loyal, curious, affectionate, entertaining, playful, and comical. However, they can also be shy, moody, and even nippy, so they do need a more experienced bird owner. They can make good family pets, but usually only if they are well socialized and hand-fed.
Hawk-heads tend to go through a stage where they try to intimidate you. They may hang upside down and look like they are going to strike, but tap you with their beak instead.If you let your Hawk-head do this, then it may lead to biting. They need clear and consistent boundaries.

Fast Facts
Name
Hawk-Headed Parrot (Deroptyus accipitrinus)
Origin
Amazon Basin
Size
12-15 in., 250-350 grams
Owner
They need a more experienced bird owner.
Lifespan
40 years
Noise
Moderate–They can be loud with a call much like a seagull. They are better suited for living in a house.
Qualities
Loyal, curious, affectionate, entertaining, playful, comical, can be shy, moody and nippy, clownish, play hard, some like to roll around on their backs while they play, try to intimidate you, need clear boundaries, outgoing, active, can be a good family bird if well socialized.
Abilities
Good–They can be good talkers with a good vocabulary.
Interaction/Time Requirements
They should be handled daily and well socialized with other people to keep from becoming nippy.
Diet
They need a diet for large birds.
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An energetic and comical friend
The Caique parrot is full of energy and has a large personality.
They are not great for first-time bird owners, but they will always keep you entertained. They enjoy playing on their backs, hopping around the house, and just being comical. They are mischevious, stubborn, and need clear boundaries or they may become nippy.
They aren’t good talkers, but they like to learn tricks and most will be friendly with everyone in the family. They can be noisy, so they are best kept in a house. Because of their strong personalities, it’s best to make sure you get a hand-fed and properly socialized baby.
If you live in a house and are prepared to care for a medium parrot with a strong personality (and put up with some bites here or there), then you just might be the right owner for one of these energetic bundles of fun.

Fast Facts
Name
Caique (Pionites)

Origin
Amazon Basin

Size
9″, 170-200 grams

Color Differences
There are two species of these birds and the most notable difference is that the top of the Black-Headed’s head is black while the White-Bellied’s is yellow.

Owner
Need a more experienced bird owner because they can become nippy if not taught correct boundaries.

Lifespan
Up to 25 years
Noise
Moderate–They can be noisy at times, so they are more suited living in a house.

Qualities
High energy, big appetite, vocal, love to chew, like to roll around with toys, tendency to skip and hop around, like to learn tricks, good at mimicking sounds, can be noisy, get into mischief, can become nippy, active, comical, playful, can be very stubborn, fearless, intelligent, most will be friendly with everyone in the family, some may become one-person birds, like to bathe.
Abilities
Good–Some can learn to talk a limited amount (with small voices!), but all are good at learning tricks.
Interaction/Time Requirements
They should be handled daily in order to keep them socialized and from becoming nippy.
Diet
They need a diet for medium birds.
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A rare, but wonderful friend
The Blue-Eyed Cockatoo is extremely rare, but is known to be one of the friendliest and most playful of the Cockatoos. However, just like any Cockatoo, they are also very needy. If you own a Cockatoo, then you know why they are called the “love sponges” of the parrots. And you also know that they are the most needy of all the pet birds and often love their owners too much. These birds make great pets, but ONLY if you are an extremely experienced bird owner. This is VERY important. Cockatoos require a lot of time and attention–much more than any other pet bird. If you are able to spend at least two full hours a day with your bird (out of his cage), not leave the house for 6 or more hours everyday, cook for your bird and provide him with a variety of healthy foods, handle the loud screaming, afford the large cage and huge amount of toys, and deal with the adjustment stage that can include aggression, then rescuing a Cockatoo might be a great idea. Make sure you research as much as possible because you don’t want to add to the already out-of-hand rescue problem. Because so many Cockatoos are left to rescues, I highly encourage you to visit your local parrot rescue, see what I’m talking about, and consider rescuing one of these poor magestic creatures instead of buying one in a store. If you can handle all this, then this really might be the right bird for you.
But keep in mind that Blue-Eyed Cockatoos in particular are very hard to find. They can cost upwards of $10,000 because of their rarity. So, don’t get your hopes up if you have your mind set on this specie.

Fast facts Name
Blue-Eyed Cockatoo (Cacatua ophthalmica)
Origin
New Britain in the Bismark Archipelago
Size
17-19 in., 550 grams
Color Differences
These Cockatoos have primarily white feathers with some yellow coloring under the crest and wings (like the Umbrella Cockatoo). However, unlike the Umbrella, they have a striking blue color around their eyes.
Lifespan
40-60 years
Noise
Very loud–They love to scream and if they are not getting the attention they want, they can scream for hours.
Living Arrangements
Because they can be very loud, they are best suited for living in a house.
Qualities
Very rare, one of the most playful and friendly of the Cockatoos, love to be handled, cuddly, needy, great mimics, noisy, destructive, requires a lot of time and attention, prone to behavior problems.
Abilities
Good–They can learn to talk, but most only learn a few words or phrases. You can train them, but they would most likely prefer to just cuddle with you.
Interaction/Time Requirements
Very high–They love their owners and want attention 24/7. You need to be prepared to spend at least 2 hours a day with a Cockatoo to give him the time and attention he needs.
Diet
They need an x-large parrot diet.

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An endangered, but loving friend
The Black Palm Cockatoo is considered to be the most beautiful of the Cockatoos.
However, the Palm Cockatoo is endangered in the wild and is mostly kept for breeding purposes. While the Palm Cockatoo is known for being loving and affectionate, just like any Cockatoo, they are also very needy. If you own a Cockatoo, then you know why they are called the “love sponges” of the parrots. And you also know that they are the most needy of all the pet birds and often love their owners too much.
These birds make great pets, but ONLY if you are an extremely experienced bird owner. This is VERY important. Cockatoos require a lot of time and attention–much more than any other pet bird. If you are able to spend at least two full hours a day with your bird (out of his cage), not leave the house for 6 or more hours everyday, cook for your bird and provide him with a variety of healthy foods, handle the loud screaming, afford the large cage and huge amount of toys, and deal with the adjustment stage that can include aggression, then rescuing a Cockatoo might be a great idea. Make sure you research as much as possible because you don’t want to add to the already out-of-hand rescue problem.
Because so many Cockatoos are left to rescues, I highly encourage you to visit your local parrot rescue, see what I’m talking about, and consider rescuing one of these poor magestic creatures instead of buying one in a store. If you can handle all this, then this really might be the right bird for you. But keep in mind that Black Palm Cockatoos in particular are very hard to find. They can cost upwards of $16,000 because of their rarity and endangered status. So, don’t get your hopes up if you have your mind set on this species.

Name
Palm Cockatoo (Probosciger aterrimus), Black Palm Cockatoo, Goliath Cockatoo
Origin
New Guinea and Queensland, Australia
Size
22-24 in., 900-1,000 grams
Color Differences
The Palm Cockatoo is primarily black and dark gray with a red cheek patch that changes color when he is excited or alarmed. The Palm Cockatoo also has a very large crest and one of the largest bills of all parrots.
Lifespan
40-90 years
Noise
Very loud–Most Cockatoos scream if they are not getting the attention they want.
Living Arrangements
Because they can be very loud, they are best suited for living in a house.
Qualities
Beautiful, loving, affectionate, rare in the wild, love to be handled, cuddly, needy, noisy, destructive, requires a lot of time and attention, prone to behavior problems.
Abilities
Good–Cockatoos can learn to talk, but most only learn a few words or phrases. You can train them, but they would most likely prefer to just cuddle with you.
Interaction/Time Requirements
Very high–They love their owners and want attention 24/7. You need to be prepared to spend at least 2 hours a day with a Cockatoo to give him the time and attention he needs.
Diet
They need an x-large parrot diet.
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A fun and independent friend
The Bare Eyed Cockatoo is often overlooked because of its appearance, but this fascinating species is fun, comical, and more independent than some other Cockatoo species. They are content to play on their own and are less likely to become overly demanding than some of the other Cockatoos, but they still require a lot of time and attention. If not given the right amount of attention, they can still become screamers and feather pluckers. For this reason, they are best for experienced bird owners.
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Bare Eyed Cockatoos are known for being fun, clownish, goofy, and all-around entertaining. They are very friendly and make great family pets. They are also one of the better talkers of the Cockatoos and also tend to be more talented as well
Even though Bare Eyeds are more independent, all Cockatoos require a lot of time and attention–much more than any other pet bird. If you are able to spend at least two full hours a day with your bird (out of his cage), not leave the house for 6 or more hours everyday, cook for your bird and provide him with a variety of healthy foods, handle the loud screaming, afford the large cage and huge amount of toys, and deal with the adjustment stage that can include aggression, then rescuing a Cockatoo might be a great idea. Make sure you research as much as possible because you don’t want to add to the already out-of-hand rescue problem.
Because so many Cockatoos are left to rescues, I highly encourage you to visit your local parrot rescue, see what I’m talking about, and consider rescuing one of these magestic creatures instead of buying one in a store. If you can handle all this, then this really might be the right bird for you.

Name
Bare Eyed Cockatoo (Cacatua sanguinea), Little Corellas, Short-Billed Corellas
Origin
Eastern and Northern Australia
Size
15 in.
Color Differences
Bare Eyeds are often confused with the Goffin’s Cockatoo. The notable differences between the two are that Bare Eyeds are slightly larger and have a large blue ring of bare skin around their eyes.
Lifespan
40-60 years
Noise
Can be loud–Bare Eyed Cockatoos are less likely to scream than some of the other species of Cockatoos (particularly the larger ones) because they are more independent and can play on their own. However, they can become screamers if not given a good amount of attention.
Living Arrangements
Because they can be very loud, they are best suited for living in a house.
Qualities
Fun, goofy, lots of personality, clownish, playful, interactive, affectionate, great family pet, curious, comical, one of the best talkers of the Cockatoo species, cuddly, less likely to become overly demanding than other Cockatoo species, but still prone to behavior problems.
Abilities
Good–Bare Eyed Cockatoos are said to be one of the better talkers of the Cockatoos and they are also trainable.
Interaction/Time Requirements
High–They love their owners and always want attention. While Bare Eyeds are more independent than some of the other species, you still need to be prepared to spend at least 2 hours a day with him to give him the time and attention he needs.
Diet
They need a large parrot diet.
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Alexandrine Parakeet
An intelligent and playful friend
The Alexandrine Parrot is a very popular pet bird that was named after Alexander the Great. They are known as the “gentle birds with large beaks.” Not only are they beautiful, they were also considered prized possessions for royalty in Europe. They are playful, energetic, independent, and can also become very good mimics. Alexandrine parrots are not as cuddly as a Cockatoo, but they are very intelligent and interactive. They do need to be well socialized or they may become aggressive and one-person birds. And even though they are more independent than some other species of birds, they do require a lot of time and interaction. Like many parrots, Alexandrines are prone to feather plucking and aggression if not given the proper amount of attention.
Alexandrines also love to chew and play in water. Their favorite chew toy is wood and they love to take baths. So, you may need to plan on replacing toys often and making sure your Alexandrine doesn’t chew your furniture. Alexandrines aren’t best for absolute beginners, but they do make great pets for experienced and not-so-experienced bird owners alike. If you are looking for a bird that is a step up from a small Parakeet or Cockatiel, but not as loud or big as an Amazon or African Grey, then this might be the right bird for you. Just remember that as with any parrot, Alexandrines do require a lot of time and commitment.

Name
Alexandrine Parrot (Psittacula eupatria), Alexandrine Parakeet
Origin
India
Size
23 in., 230 grams
Color Differences
The Alexandrine Parrot is often confused with other types of Ringnecks. The main differences are that Alexandrines are mostly green, have larger beaks, have maroon patches on their wings, red beaks with yellow tips, and the adult males and females are different in that males have pitch black rings on their necks with pink bands on their napes, while the female’s rings are more grey. There are some mutations rarely available such as the lutino, blue, and white Alexandrines.
Lifespan
30 years
Noise
Moderate – They can be loud, like any parrot, but are quieter than some of the other Ringneck species.
Living Arrangements
Alexandrines may be quiet enough to live in an apartment with you, but they are probably better kept in a house.
Qualities
Gentle, independent, not very cuddly, lovable, intelligent, playful, energetic, very interactive, love to chew, love to take baths and play in water, can become aggressive, can become one person birds if not well socialized.
Abilities
Great – They can be very good mimics.
Interaction/Time Requirements
Alexandrines are quite independent, but they do need to be let out of their cage at least once a day for play time and socialization. They should be socialized with multiple people on a regular basis or they can become a one-person bird.

Diet
They need a diet for medium birds.

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The most intelligent and talkative pet bird
The African Grey Parrot is probably the most popular pet bird and is known to be the most intelligent and the most talkative of the parrot family.
African Greys are excellent companions and will keep you on your toes. Not only can Greys learn a large vocabulary (some more than 1,500 words!), but they can learn how to speak in different voices. I have known African Greys that sound exactly like their owners and are able to successfully call the dog and even trick them into thinking the sliding glass door has just opened because of their unbelievable sound imitating abilities.
African Greys tend to be one-person birds, so it is important to socialize them with more people on a regular basis. Greys need plenty of interaction and things to do. Many become feather pluckers simply out of boredom. These pet birds need good mental stimulation, so providing them with plenty of puzzle-like and interactive toys is a must. Teaching them tricks is another good way to stimulate their smart little minds.
Pet African Grey Parrot Species
There are two popular African Grey subspecies:
There aren’t really any differences between these two subspecies other than the way they look. Congos are the more popular of the two, but are said to be more high strung. Some people believe that Timnehs make better pets. I personally think this depends on each individual bird, so I encourage you to interact with a few African Greys and see for yourself.

Fast Facts
Name
African Grey (Psittacus erithacus erithacus (Congo)) (Psittacus erithacus timneh (Timneh))
Origin
Africa
Size
Congos: 12-14″, 400-650 grams; Timnehs: 11-13″, 275-400 grams
Color Differences
Congo greys are silver or light grey with bright red tail feathers and black beaks while timnehs are smaller and a dark charcoal color with maroonish tail feathers and a reddish cast to their beaks.
Owner
African Greys require an experienced owner.

Lifespan
An average of 50 years
Noise
African Greys are relatively quiet–they are not known to scream. For this reason, they are fine to keep in an apartment.
Qualities
Great talkers, can imitate voices and sounds, very intelligent, highly tuned in to owners’ moods, known to be able to use speech in context, can be high strung and nervous (so you may need to be careful when introducing new toys or surroundings), not great for a household with young children (older children ok), tend to be a one-person bird unless well socialized, need an owner that is gentle, patient, and attuned to their needs, males can be more aggressive than females, can become feather pluckers out of boredom.
Abilities
Excellent – Known for their talking abilities. African Greys are capable of learning a large vocabulary (some as much as 1,500 words!) as well as speaking in different voices and some use words in context.
Interaction/Time Requirements
African Greys need daily interaction as well as socialization with other people (or they may become a one-person bird).
Diet
They need a diet for large birds.

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An intelligent and playful bird
The Eclectus parrot is an intelligent and active pet bird. They are also one of the more unusual members of the parrot family.
The first thing you will notice is that they are very sexually dimorphic. The male and female Eclectus are so different looking that they were originally thought to be two different species.
The male Eclectus are bright green with a yellow-orange beak while the female Eclectus are red and purple with a black beak. As soon as their feathers come in, you can tell whether the bird is male or female.
Their feathers also appear to be more hair-like rather than feather-like and they require more vitamin A and calcium in their diet than most other parrots. The specialized diet alone means they do require more experienced owners. They also don’t form strong bonds like other parrots, but this in no way means that they don’t make good pets.
Eclectus are only a little cuddly, but they are great companions and love to sit on a perch near you or on your hand. They are not great talkers, but they can learn a few words and phrases and even whole songs. What they love is imitating sounds–like a telephone, alarm, or microwave.
Pet Eclectus Parrot Species
There are a few different Eclectus subspecies that are available for pets:
Red-Sided Eclectus (E. roratus polychloros) – This subspecis is more outgoing and boistrous and has a great sense of humor.
Solomon Island Eclectus (E. roratus solomonensis) – This is the most common and tend to make the best family pets.
Vosmaer’s Eclectus (E. roratus vosmaeri) – This subspecies is believed to be the most quiet and gentle of the Eclectus.

Fast Facts
Name
Eclectus (Eclectus roratus)

Origin
Indonesia, New Guinea, northern Australia

Size
14″ (35 cm) and 370-525 grams (13-19 oz)

Color Differences
Male Eclectus are bright green with a yellow-orange beak while the female Eclectus are red and purple with a black beak.

Lifespan
30-50 years

Noise
Eclectus parrots can be loud, though they are not known to be screamers. They are best fit in a house.

Qualities
Some subpecies qualities are different from others (see above), don’t form strong bonds like other parrots do, good with children that know how to respect a bird, not good for a house with a lot of commotion, outgoing, curious, a little cuddly, love to perch near you and sit on your hand, entertaining, loving, intelligent, can be shy and standoffish, playful, very active, prone to feather plucking, sensitive to noise, males tend to be mellow and shy while females tend to be outgoing and a bit moody, most go through a nippy stage.

Abilities
Good – Capable of talking, can learn whole songs, love to imitate sounds, not great training ability.

Interaction/Time Requirements
Eclectus parrots need interaction on a daily basis

Diet
They need a diet for large birds and need more vitamin A and calcium than most other parrots do. Make sure not to feed them too many foods heavy in iron–Eclectus have problems with iron storage.
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Pet Bird Characteristics Comparison Chart Species Types Noise Talking Cuddling Life Span Size Home African Grey Congo Low Great Some 50 12-14″ Apt African Grey Timneh Low Great Some 50 11-13″ Apt Amazon Blue-Fronted Moderate Great Some 50 15″ House Amazon Dbl Yellow-Headed Moderate Great Some 50 15-17″ House Amazon Lilac-Crowned Low Poor Some 50 15″ Apt Amazon Mealy Moderate Great Some 50 15-16″ House Amazon Mexican Red-Headed Moderate Great Some 50 13″ House Amazon Orange-Winged Moderate Good Some 50 13″ House Amazon Red-Lored Low Poor Some 50 13″ Apt Amazon White-Fronted Low Poor Some 50 10″ Apt Amazon Yellow-Crowned Moderate Great Some 50 13-15″ House Amazon Yellow-Naped Moderate Great Some 50 13-15″ House Caiques Caiques Moderate Poor Some 20 09″ House Canaries Canaries Low Poor Rare 15 04-8″ Apt Cockatiel Cockatiel Minimal Poor A lot! 35 12″ Apt Cockatoo Bare-Eyed Loud Good A lot! 60 15″ House Cockatoo Blue-Eyed Loud Good A lot! 60 17-19″ House Cockatoo Citron Loud Good A lot! 60 14″ House Cockatoo Ducorp’s Loud Good A lot! 60 12″ House Cockatoo Goffin’s Loud Good A lot! 60 12″ House Cockatoo Greater-Sulphur-Crested Loud Good A lot! 60 22″ House Cockatoo Lesser-Sulphur-Crested Loud Good A lot! 60 14″ House Cockatoo Major Mitchell’s Moderate Good A lot! 60 14″ House Cockatoo Moluccan Loud Good A lot! 60 22″ House Cockatoo Palm Loud Good Some 60 22-24″ House Cockatoo Rose-Breasted (Galah) Loud Good A lot! 60 14″ House Cockatoo Umbrella Loud Good A lot! 60 18″ House Conure-Aratinga Blue-Crowned Loud Poor Some 25 14″ House Conure-Aratinga Brown-Throated Loud Poor Some 25 13″ House Conure-Aratinga Cherry-Headed Loud Poor Some 25 13″ House Conure-Aratinga Dusky-Headed Loud Poor Some 25 11″ House Conure-Aratinga Jenday Loud Poor Some 25 12″ House Conure-Aratinga Mitred Loud Poor Some 25 14″ House Conure-Aratinga Orange-Fronted Loud Poor Some 25 10″ House Conure-Aratinga Peach-Fronted Loud Poor Some 25 10″ House Conure-Aratinga Sun Loud Poor Some 25 12″ House Conure-Nanday Nanday Loud Poor Some 25 12-14″ House Conure-Pyrrhura Black-Capped Low Poor Some 22 09″ Apt Conure-Pyrrhura Blue-Throated Low Poor Some 22 09″ Apt Conure-Pyrrhura Crimson-Bellied Low Poor Some 22 09″ Apt Conure-Pyrrhura Green-Cheeked Low Poor Some 22 10″ Apt Conure-Pyrrhura Maroon-Bellied Low Poor Some 22 10-11″ Apt Crow Crow Loud Some A little 25 16-20″ House Deroptyus Hawk-Headed Parrot Low Great Some 50 11-14″ Apt Dove/Pigeon Dove/Pigeon Low Rare A little 10-20 07-12″ House Eclectus Eclectus Low Good A little 40 14″ House Finches Finches Low Poor Rare 5-17 03-8″ Apt Lories Lories & Lorikeets Moderate Good Some 20 10-12″ Apt Lovebirds Lovebirds Minimal Poor Some 15 06″ Apt Macaw Blue & Gold Loud Good Some 50 33″ House Macaw Blue-Throated Loud Good Some 50 33″ House Macaw Green-Winged Loud Good Some 50 39″ House Macaw Hyacinth Loud Good Some 50 39″ House Macaw Military Loud Good Some 50 27″ House Macaw Red-Fronted Loud Good Some 50 22″ House Macaw Scarlet Loud Good Some 50 32″ House Mini-Macaw Hahn’s Loud Good Some 40 12-14″ House Mini-Macaw Illiger’s Loud Good Some 45 16″ House Mini-Macaw Severe Loud Good Some 40 18″ House Mini-Macaw Golden-Collared Loud Good Some 40 15″ House Mynah Mynah Loud Great A little 8-20 10-12″ House Parakeet Alexandrine Moderate Good Some 30 23″ House Parakeet Bourke’s Minimal Rare Some 15 08″ Apt Parakeet Budgerigar Minimal Great Some 8 07-09″ Apt Parakeet Derbyan Moderate Good A little 19 20″ House Parakeet Indian Ringneck Moderate Good Some 25 16″ House Parakeet Lineolated Minimal Good Some 12 07″ Apt Parakeet Plum-Headed Moderate Good Some 30 13″ House Parakeet Quaker Moderate Good Some 30 12″ House Parakeet Regent Moderate Good Some 30 15″ House Parakeet Rosella Low Rare Rare 30 12″ House Parrotlet Parrotlets Low Good Some 20 05″ Apt Pionus Blue-Headed Low Poor Some 30 10″ Apt Pionus Bronze-Winged Low Poor A little 30 11″ Apt Pionus Dusky Low Poor Some 30 13″ Apt Pionus Maximilian’s Low Poor Some 30 12″ Apt Pionus White-Capped Low Poor A little 30 09″ Apt Poicephalus Brown-Headed Low Good Some 25 09″ Apt Poicephalus Cape/Un-Cape Parrot Moderate Poor A lot! 40 13″ Apt Poicephalus Jardine’s Moderate Good Some 30 12″ Apt Poicephalus Meyer’s Moderate Poor Some 30 09″ Apt Poicephalus Red-Bellied Low Good Some 30 09″ Apt Poicephalus Senegal Low Good Some 30 09″ Apt Toucan Toucan Loud Poor Rare 15-20 20″ House

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