Parrot friends

[Jokester]

I am currently thinking when the time comes to get two parrots hopefuly at the same time, and would like to find two that can get along I have somewhat of a limitation tords breeds, and income please stop by with questions or comments I'll be happy to chat.

 

[Chawkins2]

What are your limitations with breeds?

 

[lene1949]

I am currently thinking when the time comes to get two parrots hopefuly at the same time, and would like to find two that can get along I have somewhat of a limitation tords breeds, and income please stop by with questions or comments I'll be happy to chat.

Your previous posts were in 2010, so it's a bit difficult to answer...

You have a limitation towards breeds - is that because of parrot behaviour/noisiness? ... and

Income - you can't afford to pay a lot for a bird and/or the upkeep???

I think we need for specific information in what you want (are looking for)? What your family situation is? What time you can spend with a parrot? Are you looking for two of the same species? What about noise?

There are a lot of experienced people on this forum, but I would say they need more information...

 

[Jokester]

I have a semi limited income I wont be getting a bird right away mostly just gaining information right now umm I don't want a bird that is large in size was thinking of maybe a Electus in size maybe a larger Conure.

 

[mnkeastman]

I just recently went through the process with the members here on picking out a breed so maybe you could answer some of the questions I did and they could advise you better, these are the ones I had to consider...

What is your living situation like? (as in an apt, house, condo) because of noise levels you can have (with two birds you can end up with a lot of noise depending on the breeds you pick out)

What is the max cage size you can fit into your space? For instance, I decided on a medium sized parrot because I couldn't fit a bigger cage into my home that I would need for a large one.

What personality traits are important to you? Like cuddles, talking ability, known to play independently, friendly or shy to strangers.

How much out of cage one on one time can you offer daily? For a highly social bird you may need to spend several hours with him a day for him to be happy, for a more independent type just being out a few hours a day with you and being able to watch you go about your daily activities may be enough for him.

How old are you? I know my husband and I are in our mid to late 30s and didn't feel comfortable bringing home a breed that would live 70 years because I wasn't sure who I would be able to leave it to if it outlives us.


I would highly recommend "Parrots for Dummies" , I was told about it on here when I joined up and I really learned a lot about Parrots through it. I have a feeling it will be a reference book for me for years to come so it was well worth the few bucks I spent for used copy on Ebay.

Good luck to you

 

[roxynoodle]

The smaller the birds, the less expensive to set up for initially and to take care of. Smaller birds can use smaller cages, smaller play gyms, smaller toys and eat less. As far as vet bills go though, there isn't a lot of difference. Smaller birds don't go through their toys as fast either.