MisterSnuf
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- 6/26/22
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- Daniel
Hey everyone. Im new here and I am a minor. I used to own a budgie and 2 diamond doves, but I was very young and the care mostly went to my mom. I have been wanting to get a bird as of late, and have done a bit of research. I have three birds in mind, but I am not sure which would be best for a beginner. I want a bird that will be happy to be with me and a good mimicker. I like the idea of a bird mindlessly repeating things lol. Budget is a factor as well as noise. However my budgie was loud and never had complaints. My neighbors kid is louder than most animals in the area lol. I live in a 2 story townhouse that does share walls. Ideally I would like the cage to be in my room (2nd floor) and have it come out often in the day to hangout. Of course I am aware of the cost, mess, food, attention, and responsibilities that go into a bird. Im willing to do my best. I currently have a small scaredy-cat dog and a fish tank with a sealed lid if that helps.
1. Indian Ringneck: I love this bird so much from what I’ve seen. A beautiful bird thats reasonably priced. They are a bit bigger than a cockatiel and have more responsibilities. They are great mimickers and are hilarious. However I have heard they can extremely loud and not the most loving bird.
2. Cockatiel: An adorable little bird that can be loving from what I’ve seen. They aren’t the best at talking but can whistle songs quite well. But they can be pretty dusty and some say they are kind of fussy.
3. Pacific Parrotlet: An adorably tiny bird with minimal noise. They can mimic but arent the best at talking. They can be very sweet as well. However they require a lot of cage space and are a but expensive for their size.
So overall I really love the Ringneck and a local store has babies for sale quite often. I absolutely LOVE these guys and their mimicking ability. But price, noise, and if they aren’t very affectionate may turn the tide. I would be alright settling for a cockatiel. And i really love the tiny but personality-packed Parrotlet. I don’t mind a budgie but it’s something a bit to “basic(?)” since I’ve had one, and there really isn’t such thing as a beginner bird if you do your research. So these are the three I have in mind. But which would be the best for a beginner? All comments, concerns, and questions are welcome.
1. Indian Ringneck: I love this bird so much from what I’ve seen. A beautiful bird thats reasonably priced. They are a bit bigger than a cockatiel and have more responsibilities. They are great mimickers and are hilarious. However I have heard they can extremely loud and not the most loving bird.
2. Cockatiel: An adorable little bird that can be loving from what I’ve seen. They aren’t the best at talking but can whistle songs quite well. But they can be pretty dusty and some say they are kind of fussy.
3. Pacific Parrotlet: An adorably tiny bird with minimal noise. They can mimic but arent the best at talking. They can be very sweet as well. However they require a lot of cage space and are a but expensive for their size.
So overall I really love the Ringneck and a local store has babies for sale quite often. I absolutely LOVE these guys and their mimicking ability. But price, noise, and if they aren’t very affectionate may turn the tide. I would be alright settling for a cockatiel. And i really love the tiny but personality-packed Parrotlet. I don’t mind a budgie but it’s something a bit to “basic(?)” since I’ve had one, and there really isn’t such thing as a beginner bird if you do your research. So these are the three I have in mind. But which would be the best for a beginner? All comments, concerns, and questions are welcome.
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