What Kind of Bird Should I Get?

If you are a beginning bird keeper and you like a pretty song, a canary is the bird for you. These vibrantly colored birds from the finch family can be yellow, green, orange, or brown. They don't really like to be handled; they rather you just take a front row seat as they serenade you!

So you want to be a pal to an active and playful little birdie? A peach-faced lovebird is the choice for you! They love attention and will even let you carry them around on your shoulder or in your pocket. They are no loudmouth, but they can learn a few words if you teach them.

Though no bird is completely quiet, the Senegal parrot will charm you and interact with you if you socialize him without squawking endlessly when you are not playing with him. This bird is for you because they are sensitive to environmental changes so they need the calm home you can provide.

A bird expert like you can handle the challenging rainbow lorikeet. These gorgeously colorful birds need a special liquid nectar diet and plenty of play time with their family. They are medium-sized so they also need a spacious cage with stimulating toys.

Well, you are a bit 'different' so the bird for you is the quirky, cute Bantam Chicken. Most people think chickens are dumb, but Bantams are known for silly antics. Just be sure to encourage their intellectual development by interacting with them regularly, providing stimulating toys and eating experiences, and allowing them to explore the world.

You are an expert handler willing to take on a 40-year commitment? You are brave enough for a Hahn's macaw. They have the cool personalities and challenging care requirements of a large macaw, but their smaller size makes them more manageable. And they are not endangered!