🐦 Budgie (Parakeet)

Small, cheerful and easy to care for. Budgies can learn a surprising number of words.

  • Size: 7 in
  • Lifespan: 5–10 yrs
  • Noise: Low
  • Talking: Good

Great for: first-time owners, apartments, kids with supervision.

🐦 Cockatiel

Gentle, affectionate and famous for whistling tunes. One of the best beginner birds.

  • Size: 12–13 in
  • Lifespan: 15–20 yrs
  • Noise: Low–moderate
  • Talking: Whistles more than talks

Great for: families and first-time owners who want a cuddly bird.

🦜 Green Cheek Conure

A big personality in a small body. Playful, curious and quieter than most conures.

  • Size: 10 in
  • Lifespan: 20–30 yrs
  • Noise: Moderate
  • Talking: A few words

Great for: owners who want an interactive, clownish companion.

🦜 Sun Conure

Brilliant orange and yellow feathers and a very affectionate nature β€” but they're loud!

  • Size: 12 in
  • Lifespan: 25–30 yrs
  • Noise: High
  • Talking: Limited

Great for: houses (not apartments) and owners home a lot.

🦜 African Grey

Among the most intelligent birds in the world and outstanding talkers. They need lots of mental stimulation.

  • Size: 13 in
  • Lifespan: 40–60 yrs
  • Noise: Moderate
  • Talking: Excellent

Great for: experienced owners ready for a lifelong commitment.

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