Which of these popular parrots are your favorite?

I love how your bird is so intent on staying in your hands no matter how much you move them XD

Hi, I have a male eclectus parrot 🦜 Their diet is approx 70% sprouted seed and veg to 30% fruit. My boy Ripper does get pretty sticky at times, but enjoys a shower so it’s easy to deal with. Of course they are messy, as are all birds. They are also highly intelligent and very trainable as well as the ability to be fantastic talkers. They truly are a fantastic companion parrot, but I agree probably not for the first bird.

For a while now, I've been describing large parrots as 'toddlers with can openers attached to their faces'

African Greys exhibit signs of self awareness? That’s far more than Jake Paul would ever have 😂

Our cockatiel is an absolute love bug. He loves EVERYONE! No matter who comes to the house he will happily let them hold them and he will likely sing them a song and blow kisses at them.

*Him talking about the high intelligence of African greys Me talking to my lovebird about video game strategies while watching the video: *lovebird tying to figure out why the strange person on the tiny screen is so much more interesting then her at the moment

For beginners I totally understand this list. For anyone with parrot experience, it won’t be that bad. I went from a Green Cheek Conure to a Congo African Grey and our African Grey is honestly easier aside from requiring more toys & general stimulation. She’s never bitten anyone hard enough to break skin, and likes to just hang out most of the time. She’s holds a grudge, but is generally very sweet and loving, even to strangers. My conure on the other hand used to attack, constantly. He’d fly for peoples faces and literally rip / bite through skin for seemingly no reason. I’ve honestly had better luck with big birds for temperament than the smaller birds. Though cockatiels are angels in my experience.

"Giant, moody, flying pair of scissors in your house" That's an amazing description 😂❤❤❤

I would actually put lovebird on the list. So many people have them and in the lovebird group, so many people have problems with them,because they are aggressive and territorial and not best option if you have or plan to have other birds.

I have a rescue red sided eclectus that spent a couple of years (before me) locked in a cage in a closet. I've had Pepper about 2 years now, and he's fully feathered again, stopped his toe tapping and is finally relaxed and happy. After I got him, it took him 2-3 weeks to stop biting me just for the hell of it. It took him about 18 months to actually enjoy being touched and cuddled. He's learned to speak a few more things than when he first arrived, but talking is definitely something that is on his terms. A lot of people don't understand that these birds do EVERYTHING on their own terms and at their own pace. Rescuing an eclectus (or any parrot) is one of the most rewarding things, but OMG does it require patience and persistence. My son rescued a 35 year old triton cockatoo. And i absolutely agree with you here. None of these are beginner birds or for the impatient, but they are amazing birds. But really, nothing beats the morning singing of a sweet little cockatiel. I will always have major love for those guys. I would recommend them every time.

Budgies are actually great talkers and are really smart, most people don’t realize this because they get them at pet stores as adults and they were never raised to be socialized with humans. It’s best to get them from a store or a breeder that specializes in birds when they’re about 6 weeks old because this is when they’re old enough to leave the nest but still young enough to bond with you. If you want your bird to talk, you should get a male. I’ve never successfully got a female budgie to talk but the bond will still be there if you just want a buddy. For best results, you should take your budgies out as much as possible. Only keep them in their cage when they sleep and when you go out, they learn to talk by being around you and the more social they are, the longer and happier their lives will be

Talking,while twirling a energy bundle!!I love that!

Thought you were going to say "flying dinosaur" but "flying pair of scissors" is sort of accurate. I personally like to say," flying stray cat with scissors for a face"

“Flying pair of scissors,” hahaha. Good one

I can’t agree more with your top 5. To many of these parrots move from owner to owner since people realize they can’t take care. You gave awesome alternatives! Very good video.

I compare owning a macaw to owning a horse in your home instead of a dog or cat. And it really gives newbie people a sense of scale.

The bigger the bird the bigger the bite.

I would also say that a great alternative for Amazon's are Lovebirds. They are also pretty vibrant and have tons of colours. They also have such a amazing personality and are super playful, but also very cuddly. Plus they're much less maintenance. Only downside is that I and just about every other lovebird owner recommend that they live in pairs

OMG I feel like I missed half the video. I spend half listening and the other half looking at his lil parrot

Alex - the african grey raised to speak english - eventually started inventing his own words by combining different ones, too. So he not only understood basic words, but lexemes

I find African grey and Eclectus are good for beginners as they aren't as complicated as you think. Quiet, easygoing and intelligent. Eclectus's diet are the same as every other parrot. Fresh fruits and Veg daily. Caique are the one where beginners need to avoid, as they are hyperactive and plays very rough! They will break your skin if they don't get what they want!

Love all the mini subs. Good things come in... Really good advice and info.

I have both a male and female eclectus birds and they are really social, loveable and fun. Their diet is unique but all we do is make 80/20 veggie to fruit chop and freeze ziplocks for use. We ve had the male for 2 years and have had him since about 12 weeks. The female we adopted and she is 10. Would not get rid of them for all the money in the world.

I watch because of your nonstop hand gestures and that lil bird just goin crazy n loving it hahah

Great video! Love your content, great advice!

Me, already having one of them: 😳

Animals are so cool, I love all animals it's so cool how they are all so different

Informative, thank you. I love that you provide an alternative. So far I have a green cheek (pineapple) and cockatiel. My daughter is waiting on her cockatiel, it will be next year. I'm still looking into a double yellow headed amazon.

My amazons were mad about being on this list haha. Definitely not for beginners and you have to dedicated alot of time to them. I have an orange wing, 2 blue fronts and a vinaceous amazon. All have behavioural issues from before i got them and are hard to take care of. They have a hard bite, though I've only been bitten twice, and have really strong personality. Totally agree that they're not for everyone

To the people who don't know this, don't get a bird from a petstore! Yes its easier to just go to your local petsmart and get a budgie but most of these birds just really won't bond with you in the way you might want. I got 2 budgies from a petstore and I tried EVERYTHING to get them to at least tolerate me but even after 2 years they still don't want anything to do with me (idk if this is just my birds tho) oh and another thing about petstores, unlike breeders they just send you off with your bird and you can't ask questions about your bird when necessary. My advice is to go to a bird show/fair and look at many different types of birds, that way you can know that is the bird you truly want and will dedicate to be with that bird till the end. Bird shows are also good to find a good breeder in your area. In summary just go to a breeder ( this comment is for new bird owners who need to hear this )

kaique: whoeeee~

I still love the Caiques you have hahaha it's a super fun little monkey

Please make a full tutorial series on how to train a bird

Love your enthusiasm and knowledge bro! Good work

Me and my Bandit (cockatiel) love watching ur vids. Keep it up! Any tips?

My absolute dream bird is a Moluccan Cockatoo, but my husband works from home so it’s just out of the question. I live down the street from a woman with one and we became very close. When she would go out of town, I would watch him for her. He was so incredibly kind and cuddly and easy to read. I’m wondering if the Crimson bellied Conure would be a good bird for me. I have researched quite a bit pros and cons with them. A lot quieter than most Conures and a good family bird, but also form a strong bond with me. I’m a very clingy Bird mom. I love to cuddle and have my bird with me all the time. Even when traveling. What do you think???

Thanks for the informative video. Have you had any experience with Linnies and if so, are they a cuddly bird?

I had/have three of the parrots on this list. My first parrot was a sulphur crested cockatoo, which I got as a kid. She was my beginner bird, & she was not hard to look after. I see cockatoos often mentioned in lists of parrots that are not ideal beginner birds, & yet, mine was the easiest of all my birds to look after. Noise was not an issue. She sometimes squawked in the evenings, but a cocky squawk is not shrill or abrasive like some other parrots. I presently have an Amazon & eclectus. The Amazon is not difficult to look after. Even though he’s loud, he’s not noisy. He likes spending time with me but is also happy to chill out on his own. I’d agree that eclectus are high maintenance. I wouldn’t recommend one as a first, second or third parrot. Diet is a big deal with mine. I can’t feed him pellets because they make him toe tap. Unlike the eclectus on this list, mine is noisy & wants the most attention. On the positive side, he’s got a sweet personality & has never bitten anyone or me (whereas the Amazon bites). My eclectus has a larger than life personality & loves showing off in front of people. But his excitable nature makes him noisy, & most of his noises are shrill & high pitched.

There is no beginner bird man. And never buy from a pet store. Find a bird rescue and visit a bunch of times. Dont buy a baby bird. There are plenty of birds that need homes. A bird is a lifetime commitment. They are expensive and chew. I have Amazon's. 3 of them. They are very chill . All birds are not the same. Let the bird pick you. This kid acts like he knows everything about every bird. He does not. Ive had birds 50 years. Get to know a bird before you bring it home. Theyre awesome creatures. If they pick one person in the family and bond with them then you have a life long friend.

Very fair statements. Big birds require more of everything…lol…time, attention, larger enclosures, they are louder, more destructive, need bigger toys and more clean up, varieties of stimulation, socialization and interaction. Oh and their beaks can do way more damage when they bite. Start with a cockatiel…or a budgie…see how you do.

I have had them all and Eclectus are the quietest, they can be loud be generally they are quiet. They don't need a soft diet, Pretty Bird and others make a pelleted food for them. They also talk. I found that the male makes the best one, temperament wise...

Can you please give your opinion on Blue Crown Conures and Mitred conures? Do you think they are too loud? too noisy too frequently?

Frankly those huge beaks would terrify me... I'm sticking with my little nibbler cockatiel :) she is big enough

Hey thank you very much for the video, what would you tell about Ara Maracana? is it good parrot to have? thank you

Scissors?? More like bolt cutters with wings!

How to you make them have a blue mutation though? The only blue mini macaw out there is almost extinct. I want to breed and release them too, but still, my favorite mini macaw is Cyanopsitta Spixii.

0:49 The caique lol

What is your opinion on quakers? Can you please do a video about them?

So if you have an African Grey, you’ve acquired an actual kid

Hi! I have a boy (I believe) pineapple green conure parrot and I was wondering what other parrots I can get so they both get along? And do they have to be females since he’s a male?

I have an Amazon Panama Parrot and she is loud and gets really excited when she hears you o talk to her but, any other time they are usually quiet.

i got an eclectus as a starter. I only reccomend these if you have experience, i often helped care for my sisters eclectus and she guided me and I saw how life is with one and the prices.

I just saw a video of wild cockatoos tearing up milled wood on various buildings in Australia. This outdoor children's playhouse was completely decimated. F-ing amazing and gives pause to the thought of having one of those loose in the house. Definitely any of the bigger birds or more hyper birds you don't want to have unless you are willing to go into free flight training. Personally, I wouldn't have a bird without having it as a flying pet with recall training. Some cage time IS necessary, but get a fish tank before you get a bird that is mostly going to be in a cage.

I started out with 2 red factor son conures, I then jumped over to a congo african grey and then to a Moluccan cockatoo, then finally my current goffin cockatoo My Conures werent tamed so I tamed them myself by doing excercises and seeing what a bird likes and prefers and got rid of its hand fear, over time they did learn but no to the extent i hoped so I exchanged for a african grey. They are intelligent, id like to let people know that in their absence their african grey will start throwing things down from tables and other places as an entertainment which could cause a little damage. When i moved to the cockatoo it was a whole new world, They are literally gentle giants, so playful and cuddly and loving, they need proper time and care but are the most loving birds out there. Sadly when i got my cockatoo he was already very old and soon passed due to old age. I currently own a goffin cockatoo, he is super loving and affectionate and spends alot of time with me ive been with him 2 years now and i couldnt ask for a better parrot :))

i was waiting for this vid less go

Jumped from taming a cockatiel to a blue macaw. They bite HARD. The wounds might require stitches. Their mood swings are unpredictable.

And here I am, macaws and cockatoos are my absolute favorites (I don't recommend either as a casual pet though, especially toos), and I would take a chill grey over the feathered demon that is the Poicephalus parrots, any day of the week. 😁 (The Pois are simple though. If you never touch them.)

i have about 8yrs of experience of having birds im thinking of getting an amazon my bird eric was a alexandrine parrot who died tragically now im thinking of an amazon you guys think its a good idea?

Umberlla is the most emotional (personal opinion already raised)

If you want a mini Amazon (agressive and bossy) female lovebirds are perfect.

I really want a raven or a starling. Parrots seem too clingy to me, I like the idea of a more independent bird.

I want a macaw, African grey or a cockatoo one day 😂 I have two su conures. They are awesome too.! Sun conures are beautiful as well.

Hey I can’t afford an African grey or other birds I love, so I’m trying to scour forums and stuff but what’s up with people charging 4500 dollars for a bird do you think that parrot eggs online for hatching is a scam?

The owner of the bird store I go to won't sell mini macaws because she says they're more aggressive. She said the bigger the macaw the less likely they are to bite.

I saw a macaw bend a screw into a J shape, that was all I needed to decide that macaws are too much bird for me.

Haha, I mentioned the Parrotlet on your Top 5 best, but they still aren't easy and even though very trusting, they are fickle and territorial and can be loud as well, but on the other hand even though not playful as such, they do like to be with you and can be clowns but all on their terms, as they are a big parrot in a tiny body! 😅

Lol, okay I have cockatiels and a parrotlet and my parrotlet def thinks he’s an Amazon. He also loves my cockatiels. I really want a caique but I am worried that my parrotlet would be jealous! Your caique is so cute!!!

Lovebirds: Are we a joke to you

Also I thought budges were the smallest parrot

Are ringnecks good starters of course I have a budgie but tell me 1 thing how can I make my budgie be like your little parrot that is playing in your arms

What's the breed of the parrot in your hand please

I agree with most of them but eclectus if you have the will power and the love for the bird and can take care of it I wouldn’t say it should be your first bird still I’d say get a smaller bird first I adopted 5 budgies and I’m adopting a eclectus this Friday

My amazon parrot is always chilling. He can happily stare through the window like a romantic school boy. Likes to talk in the morning and the afternoon and doesn't care about any spotlight. I agree with being bossy, though. Everything has to be according to his rules and hates being petted by anyone but me. Would be awesome to have an amazon parrot video!

My yellow naped amazon came w a few words. I had him for over 20 yrs...he learned how to put sentences together & knew what it ment. Can be moody though. But he was awsome. ❤

Can you review the Hanhs macaw?

I'm very confused about why a tropical fruit diet automatically equals difficult. Wouldn't that depend on what you live and how readily available tropical fruit is? Is there something I'm missing? I've considered getting an ekkie in the past but I always find people saying their diet is too hard and giving no other reason. (I did eventually give up on the idea, but that's because they can apparently be very hormonal, not because of their diet.)

What type of bird do you have in this video and do you recommend them?

I mainly want a grey for the fact of a companion to spend every day at home and work with me as I'm in school for wildlife management.

Can you recommend some places to get a Pionus? There are some fake websites out tthere

That caique is awesome

I love your videos!!

What kind of parrot is that in your hand?

Scissors? Shears!!!

As a cockatoo owner I will tell you.... run

this might be a strange question, and the answer may seem obvious, but i want a definitive answer from someone who knows what they're talking about. i worked with all sorts of birds as an animal carer for about 6 months. this included birds of prey, parrots and even common birds like jackdaws but my favourite birds to work with was a pair of macaws. for the past while i've been considering getting a macaw, but i'm worried that since i've never kept a bird as a pet, only as a job, it might be too much as a beginner. what's your thoughts on this?

Lol I always refer to my Greenwing macaw as a toddler with a pair of pruning sheers.

Thoughts on an Indian ringneck as a first bird ?

Lol the bird...

I have a Grey! I love my boy. Hes a mommas boy!

Where do Indian ring necks land as far as beginner bird?

Quaker Parrots are great talkers. My first bird was a Quaker. She was the best. However they are illegal in some states.

I had a blue and gold. he was extremely sweet and affectionate and CLINGY. I can tell you buzzard was a handful. He needed ALL your attention or he would scream a lot. Never again. On the other hand we had a orange wing Amazon in the family and that bird was simply amazing! I cannot begin to tell you how hilarious baby was and how intelligent she was. Although she was very affectionate she was also independent and could handle being alone. She was full of surprises and I didn’t find her hard to care for at all after dealing with the macaw. Again macaws are amazing creatures but never again.

Okay but people get macaws BECAUSE they’re big with that personality. Honestly, I think all this list did was make me want a Caique 😂

I have male and female eclectus parrots, and the males and females have very different personalities. So I must disagree on one itsy bitsy point - the males are very social birds. My boy Johnny loves to interact, and is very easy to train because he's so damn eager to train. Its the females that like to sit back and watch the world burn.

Whats the name of the bird in ur hand?

I have both an African grey and an orange winged Amazon, I definitely don’t recommend them to new parrot owners 😂😂😂😂 I love my birds but they are a handful

I would take a macaw over a lovebird any day. My sun and gc conures are my life. I wouldn't go for a mini macaw. Cockatoo no thanks. I'll just go for the blue and gold macaw. Had a tiel. Best boy! But the thing is everybirb is different. Grays are something I'll never get.

From what I've heard, shouldn't lorikeets be on this list? With the projectile poops?

I have eclectus I have 9 parrots 5 are passed away