I don't know what kind of a bird I wan't I really want a bird I'v been watching lots of bird videos I wan't a cute/funny bird there are so many I don't know wich one to get?
2007-01-17 08:49:29 · 12 answers · asked by laurajackson18 1 in Pets ➔ Birds
First, do your research on whatever breed you decide on.
Great starter birds are budgies (parakeets), and cockatiels. Neither are completely quiet and can scream if they want attention or feel threatened.
You can train your bird not to scream for attention.
They should have the largest cage you can afford. They should have a diet that is about 80% pellets, 15% fruits and veggies, 5% seeds and treats.
Cockatiels live quite a while, my oldest is currently 19. I'm not sure about the lifespan of a budgie.
They both need toys that they can chew and play with.
They can be kept alone or in groups, keep in mind that the more birds you have, the larger the cage needs to be.
There are LOTS of foods that you cannot feed them. To name a few: anything with caffiene, chocolate, avacado, asparagus.
They need to have time out of the cage to fly, play, and interact with humans.
You also need to have $$ set aside for vet visits. They should have a well bird visit once a year. Any time that they are looking off/ill they need to see a vet ASAP since birds hide illness until they are REALLY sick. That will cost $80+ depending on tests and treatment.
You can train either breed to do tricks and if you are lucky, to talk. Male cockatiels are the talkers, but not all of them choose to. Budgies talk as well. Depending on the specific bird, they can be funny, but that is a personality trait, not something that is given.
2007-01-17 09:32:49 · answer #1 · answered by Christie D 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well first birds aren't just cute on video's they talk/sing all the time unless there sleeping.I just want you to know what your getting into.Look for a small bird with a shorter life span than a parrot.Look for a baby hand feed second or third generation or longer well tempered.
2007-01-17 08:58:04 · answer #2 · answered by jean l 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you want a bird that doesn't make too much mess, doesn't cost too much and doesn't take up too much space a normal Budgie might be best. They really are quite intelligent. Just remember, if you want to teach the bird to talk make sure you only get one.
2007-01-17 08:56:04 · answer #3 · answered by Skippy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Budgies can talk and sing, and they are so cute. Cockatiels are good too. They are really fun. But you might consider getting a dog.
2007-01-17 09:32:05 · answer #4 · answered by hello 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
a cockateil is a good bird. it may take a little time but you can get it to start talking to you and be hand fed
2007-01-17 08:56:05 · answer #5 · answered by cindy` j 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Start with a parakeet. Wonderful, inexpensive, and colorful.
Make sure you want the responsibility before you get one.
2007-01-18 18:05:08 · answer #6 · answered by Knuckledragger 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A budgie ... or a bird that can learn to talk ....
2007-01-17 08:57:48 · answer #7 · answered by missdramatick 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Finches are good. Low maintenance and somewhat quiet.
2007-01-17 10:04:50 · answer #8 · answered by Katherine 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i ahve 2 african greys. they are great talkers and have a sense of humor, believe it or not
2007-01-17 10:13:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Crow.
2007-01-17 08:54:24 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋