![]() Now, I am a dedicated, passionate bird owner who blogs with the hope of influencing someone, somewhere, that parrots are not good pets – and discouraging the breeding and buying of them. I think that a place like the IPS most clearly tells the story of why birds should be left to the wild, breeding should be stopped where possible, and the adoption of existing animals by understanding and educated owners encouraged. They have senegals, conures, and a little lutino Indian Ringneck. The IPS is filled with birds of all sizes, not just large macaws and cockatoos and the like. Not all of the IPS birds come from devastating circumstances many have been surrendered by people who couldn’t meet their ultra-demanding needs. We’re fighting against the base nature of a wild animal. The problem is that humans try to make a pet out of a beautiful animal that isn’t suited to caged living. And no, it’s not even (always) the fault of the owners. I wish also that everyone could see the Island Parrot Sanctuary and meet parrots who cannot live with people, through no fault of their own. I wish everyone could go to an avian rescue and see the inhabitants there. They can live up to 20 years.I’m here to try and convince you not to buy one. Lovebirds are easy to breed, so if you want more than two, you won’t have to wait long. These quiet birds are best in pairs, as they need social interaction. One of the smallest known parrot species, the adorable lovebird is an intelligent bird that is perfect for smaller living quarters, such as an apartment or condo. The last bird on our list is the lovebird. They come in many different colors and can live up to 10 to 15 years. There are dozens of different breeds of parakeets. They love to play, especially with toys that have bells or shredded material. They are not loud, though they are chatty. They can even learn tricks!Įven with these big personalities, parakeets are low maintenance birds. These small, intelligent birds can whistle, sing and talk. They are great for children or new bird owners, as they are friendly and affectionate. ![]() Parakeets, or budgerigars, are one of the most popular pet birds. The skilled singers can learn songs easily.Ĭanaries come in different shades of red, orange, yellow and white. Although they can’t talk, these birds are known for their beautiful songs, especially males. Canary BirdĪnother low maintenance bird, canaries are cheerful songbirds. They come in a variety of colors and patterns and can live up to five to 10 years. Make sure the cage is big enough for the two – or more – of them! They also love to build nests and lay eggs.Īs a type of songbird, finches make short, frequent peeping noises. Finches are best when they are in pairs or small groups, as they are social creatures. These adorable little birds are low maintenance and don’t like to play that much, making them the perfect bird for introverts. Be warned they will pick their feathers or screech if there is not enough stimulation or interaction.Ĭonures come in vibrant colors of red, yellow, orange, green and blue. These intelligent birds need stimulation, so have lots of toys. They love to dance and can speak a few words. They love to be around humans constantly and are even known to take showers with their owners. ![]() Conures are known to be curious, active and social. Provide toys, especially mirrors, so they can play.Ĭockatiels are a member of the cockatoo family and can live up to 20 years. They love to play and listen to the TV or radio. ![]() They like to stay engaged, so they need to be out of their cage for at least an hour a day to socialize cockatiels love to be petted. Though they aren’t known for talking, some can pick up a few words here and there. These intelligent birds can sing and respond to their owners they can mimic sounds, whistle and make fun noises. They are easy to handle, which means they are good with children. All of these birds can be found at Allan’s Pet Center, so come today and pick out a new feathery friend! CockatielĬockatiels are known for their easy-going personality and being friendly and affectionate. Let’s take a look at some of the best birds to have a pet. They are also a lot easier to care for than some other pets. No matter what, owning a pet bird can be a cool experience, especially if the bird is known for its friendliness and love of cuddles. Some are big, others can mimic voices and a handful can do tricks. There are hundreds of types of birds in the world.
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