It is so nice to see someone else post about the "other side" of caiques....
Leroy can be moody from time to time but most of the time he is fun loving and likes to cuddle..
I am lucky in that he can talk really well for a caique. He is quiet most of the time but he does have scream that can drive you crazy when he gets going...although I don't think it is as loud as a conure.
I would own a whole house full of caiques now that I have owned one...there is nothing like them....might as well sell your tv if you decide to get one because they are very entertaining....
They can be VERY stubborn but if you stay on top of it, it shouldn't be a problem...the thing is not to spoil them to much when they are babies. I know thats easier said then done but they have to know how to play in their cage alone as well as being able to play with their human.
Caiques are HUGE in the beaky department....they to constantly rub their beaks on things and they love to nibble on fingers and such...you can teach them to be gentle if they get to rough...also, they LOVE to surf....especially in hair and on wet towels... I couldn't love my Leroy any more than I already do.....Please, please, please do all the research you can before getting one....a great source for me was a forum dedicated to just the caique species...they helped me out a lot and I have been a member there for four years now....they understand the jekyl/hyde mood swings and all the fun sides of a caique as well....hope this helps.