Parrotlets. You just have to research them! They are tiny parrots smaller than budgies, but stouter and they have the personality of a macaw.
Types of parrots....
Hi!! I joined here because i want a new bird. 
i have budgies now. here are some types i am considering
~ cockatiel
~ conure
~ red bellied parrot
~ other?
do you have any info about these types?? or own them?? or is there another bird that would be better...? if so i would love to hear, lol thanks!!! lola
i have budgies now. here are some types i am considering~ cockatiel
~ conure
~ red bellied parrot
~ other?
do you have any info about these types?? or own them?? or is there another bird that would be better...? if so i would love to hear, lol thanks!!! lola
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Well, I was thinking of getting a cockatiel but the some one on her posted a thread about Linnies (It's a sticky in the Small Parrots section) Then I did some research on them and now i might be getting one They Aren't very loud and aren't known to bite. Also they don't produce as much dust as cockatiels do which is better for people with allergy's!
They Aren't very loud and aren't known to bite. Also they don't produce as much dust as cockatiels do which is better for people with allergy's!
I own 10 Cockatiels - I love every single one of them. If you're looking at getting a bird to have a strong bond with, a Cockatiel is definitely a great choice! they're energetic, funny, complete cuddle bugs and will provide you with lots of entertainment.
Noise is another thing, if it's going to be an issue, then you will want to go with a female. (males are very vocal birds) Both males and females make excellent pet birds - I'd suggest you get a hand-fed/hand-raised one if you were to go with a Cockatiel.
I also have a Cinnamon Green Cheek Conure.. they're excellent pets. They have a big personality for a small bird. There's a few traits they have -cuddliness, playfulness and itelligence. All 3 are what comes in the package when you get a GCC. Not all like to be touched or cuddled, but if you get a hand-raised GCC you will most likely find that they will become very cuddly! they're very intelligent, they can be taught tricks and learn pretty quickly, I've taught my GCC to roll over on command.
I don't own any of the others mentioned, but I'd say go for a Cockatiel if anything, though I don't know what the red-belly is like nor have I met one, but another two I see recommended a lot is parrotlets & linnies.
Noise is another thing, if it's going to be an issue, then you will want to go with a female. (males are very vocal birds) Both males and females make excellent pet birds - I'd suggest you get a hand-fed/hand-raised one if you were to go with a Cockatiel.
I also have a Cinnamon Green Cheek Conure.. they're excellent pets. They have a big personality for a small bird. There's a few traits they have -cuddliness, playfulness and itelligence. All 3 are what comes in the package when you get a GCC. Not all like to be touched or cuddled, but if you get a hand-raised GCC you will most likely find that they will become very cuddly! they're very intelligent, they can be taught tricks and learn pretty quickly, I've taught my GCC to roll over on command.
I don't own any of the others mentioned, but I'd say go for a Cockatiel if anything, though I don't know what the red-belly is like nor have I met one, but another two I see recommended a lot is parrotlets & linnies.
I used to raise Cockatiels and they are fantastic birds! I currently have two Linnies and i have to say you can't go wrong with them (of course there is always that exception) they are wonderful birds. They are labeled Parakeet, but their actions and behaviors are more like a parrot. They are very sweet and aren't loud.
Just a suggestion..if you have only owned Budgies and don't have experience with larger species..I would move up gradually. I think any of the birds on your list would be a good next bird with the exception of the Red Bellied. Not that they aren't great birds, but I know if I was only used to Budgies I wouldn't want to take on a Red Bellied until I had more experience with other species as they require a lot more and the cost to keep them happy is much more. They need a lot of attention and mind stimulation...they have to be kept busy for their mental well being. They are great birds, but I would hold off for future. As I said..just a suggestion.
I currently have two Linnies and i have to say you can't go wrong with them (of course there is always that exception) they are wonderful birds. They are labeled Parakeet, but their actions and behaviors are more like a parrot. They are very sweet and aren't loud.Just a suggestion..if you have only owned Budgies and don't have experience with larger species..I would move up gradually. I think any of the birds on your list would be a good next bird with the exception of the Red Bellied. Not that they aren't great birds, but I know if I was only used to Budgies I wouldn't want to take on a Red Bellied until I had more experience with other species as they require a lot more and the cost to keep them happy is much more. They need a lot of attention and mind stimulation...they have to be kept busy for their mental well being. They are great birds, but I would hold off for future. As I said..just a suggestion.
I used to raise Cockatiels and they are fantastic birds!
Just a suggestion..if you have only owned Budgies and don't have experience with larger species..I would move up gradually. I think any of the birds on your list would be a good next bird with the exception of the Red Bellied. Not that they aren't great birds, but I know if I was only used to Budgies I wouldn't want to take on a Red Bellied until I had more experience with other species as they require a lot more and the cost to keep them happy is much more. They need a lot of attention and mind stimulation...they have to be kept busy for their mental well being. They are great birds, but I would hold off for future. As I said..just a suggestion.
Actually red bellied parrots are fine for 'beginners' in the bird world. They don't really require that much more attention or have any extra costs..... Specially if you make your own toys.
I think any of those would be fine.
I have cockatiels and a Green Cheek Conure. I love both. Cockatiels tend to be pretty easy going. My conure is very active and outgoing. She is more beaky than my other birds, but very sweet and fun. I also have a Rosy Bourke that is a wonderful little bird. Quiet, but outgoing and friendly. Loves to ride on my shoulder. Have you considered a Lineolated Parakeet?Hi!! I joined here because i want a new bird.
~ cockatiel
~ conure
~ red bellied parrot
~ other?
do you have any info about these types?? or own them?? or is there another bird that would be better...? if so i would love to hear, lol thanks!!! lola
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