i want a bird that is finger tame but is low upkeep.
2006-07-18 06:48:07 · 9 answers · asked by BJM500 1 in Pets ➔ Birds
I knew most people would suggest a budgie for a beginner's bird, but cockatiels or green-cheek conures are just a good for a first bird too. Also, parrotlets are great beginner's birds. They are a big bird in a tiny package with a great personality....not too messy and not too noisy and easy to tame and care for and they love attention.
When it comes to birds, the care is mostly the same. They need nutritious food, water, toys, a cage big enough to move about freely, but the bar spacing size not so that a head can get stuck. The biggest difference is the size and with that comes the cost. Usually, the larger birds cost more, eat more, their cage and toys are more expensive and so is their vet care.
All the birds suggested have diet needs that are basically the same.....good brand of pellets, a small about of a good seed and lotsa fresh veggies and fruits. The only difference is the cost of the bird, size of the beak, the pain of their bite and the cost of their care.
Try to locate a breeder and buy a bird from someone who knows birds, has a good reputation....not a pet store.
No matter what bird you choose, be sure to get a young bird who was hand weaned and tamed.
Please be positive that you have the time to properly care for a bird. They are flock animals and they love to be part of the family.
2006-07-18 07:21:57 · answer #1 · answered by Free Bird 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
It depends on how much money you are willing to spend on a bird. There are many that make great pets. I usually don't recommend a Parakeet because they are a very fragile bird. They can have an heart attack from the slamming of a door, sonic boom, or anything that scares them. Cockatiels are more easier to care for and can ammuse themselves with toys.
If you need any other help your welcome to contact me.
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2006-07-18 08:44:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-09 01:37:45 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
parakeets or English budggies
and get a female they are sweeter
and easier to tame hold it everyday at least 15 min
the upkeep is simple and inexpensive
just remember to clip the wings
2006-07-18 06:53:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A canary. All you do is check the water daily, and put food in the cage. A canary is a song bird, and their singing is very soothing.
2006-07-18 06:54:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
all birds are messy but a parakeet or cockatiel are good first birds
2006-07-18 07:09:28 · answer #6 · answered by Alex M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A dead one. Good luck!
2006-07-18 06:56:08 · answer #7 · answered by Brendon G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
none, get a dog or cat
2006-07-18 06:50:59 · answer #8 · answered by tdang424 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
parakeet
2006-07-18 06:52:04 · answer #9 · answered by tweety 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋