If you want a talking bird here are some things you should consider. Most of the birds who talk are some type of parrot. Not all parrot’s species are talkers, though. Some birds are well renowned for the talking, such as the African Grey parrots and budgies (often known as Parakeets), while others, such as ravens, really don’t have much to say.
The really good choice for a talking bird that isn’t a parrot is the European Starling. They are not expensive (free if you can catch one), legal to keep in most areas, talk well and have a great history on the stage. Starlings are an introduced species in North America, where they were imported for roles in Shakespearean plays. North America has about 200 million starlings. So there is more than enough to go around.
Another thing to consider is your home and your family. Parrots demand a lot of attention and demanded it loudly. They are neither for the timid or for the traveling salesman who can’t offer them much attention. Make sure you know enough about the temperament of your potential bird before we you decide to purchase it as in the long-run this could save a lot of grief and enhance your enjoyment of your new feathered (and talking) friend.
It really is up to you, but as long as you are aware that there are plenty of things to consider about the bird you want. It’s always easier to get a bird after you have prepared for it. Purchasing a bird and in trying to find the appropriate housing, food and care will usually result in mayhem as you to scratch to find temporary solutions, which end up becoming permanent fixtures to the detriment of the parrot.
You must always consider bird care when purchasing a parrot. If you find you don’t have the resources, time from and money to care for the bird just don’t get one. Birds are flock animals by nature, and any bird who is social craves to find his place in the flock and needs a lot of social interaction. If you take a bird from his place in a wild or captive flock and put them in your home, it’s your responsibility to provide for their social needs. This is one of the greatest single failures for first-time bird owners. They don’t have enough time to interact with their birds which often lead to the birds
turning against themselves (feather plucking).
However a family full of kids who are interested in and taught how to interact with the bird can provide a great surrogate flock. They can even teach the bird how to talk and leave you with just providing the food and cleaning up the mess.
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