Top 5 BEST Parrots For Beginners You Could Possibly Get!

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  • čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
  • Looking to buy your first parrot? In this video I go over my top 5 parrots I recommend to new parrot owners. You'll be surprised though, I don't recommend a lot of the common birds you find in a pet store.
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Komentáře • 681

  • @Fivesaflock
    @Fivesaflock  Před 3 lety +79

    What parrots do you own?

  • @Ivan_Imperator
    @Ivan_Imperator Před 3 lety +335

    My “starter” parrot was actually a scarlet macaw, I was struggling so bad and I felt horrible because I felt as if I let the bird down. But I ended up devoting a lot more time into studying and learning body language and after a year of owning her I got her to be calm with me and step up. I now own a scarlet macaw and a hahns macaw

    • @Fivesaflock
      @Fivesaflock  Před 3 lety +51

      Super glad to hear it worked out! Bet it was a handful though!

    • @mad_clown475
      @mad_clown475 Před rokem +3

      macaws are definitely worst pets ever, and the worst animal for advanced bird owner, also african greys are so terrible they are just like pile of trash, i really hate them, they bite more than talking

    • @detroitpolicedepartment6822
      @detroitpolicedepartment6822 Před rokem +27

      @@mad_clown475 you must not have good aura. African Grey's are amazing birds. Haven't been bit in a long long time. Must gain trust. Maybe the bird sense your not trustworthy.

    • @awesomejjplayz2103
      @awesomejjplayz2103 Před rokem +13

      @@detroitpolicedepartment6822 yeah, i agree, if your bird bites you too much and you judge the entire species from that, it most likely isn’t the bird, its the owner.

    • @mrexists5400
      @mrexists5400 Před rokem +9

      @@mad_clown475 when the only common denominator is you, it's probably you

  • @TheBellows000
    @TheBellows000 Před 3 lety +93

    I had a cockatiel and it was pretty much like having a tiny flying cat. Mine was very cuddly, but also very temperamental, if you didn't cuddle him exactly how he wanted he would let you know. Never bit me though only pecking with its beak while making noises and when i then stopped cuddle it took about half a second and he was asking for more cuddle. He talked a whole lot and he loved walking inside empty potato chip bags and he could sit inside there making all kinds of silly noises for half an hour, i think it was the reflective surface inside as he was pretty obsessed with mirrors. And he loved to drop things on the floor, just for me to pick it back up so he could throw it back down again and he never got tired of it. When i had visitors he would always land on the head of the ones who where a bit scared of him, it seemed like he knew it and liked to show who's the boss. I let him fly around in the living room almost all the time, just closed the cage if i had to open windows and such. He made a lot of sounds though, some quite loud noises, but usually just funny noises and he talked a whole lot of nonsense and repeatingly saying hi to himself.

    • @zatoichi4449
      @zatoichi4449 Před rokem

      People like you have a special place in Hell. Do you realize what the inside of a bag of crisps can do to a bird?? Picture yourself being invited into a sex pests house, and he offers you Roast Beef sandwiches, with many delicious condiments. And you accept....what you don't realize is that he has filled the condiments with fatal drugs. Now What???

    • @sunflower7874
      @sunflower7874 Před rokem

      You’re talking in past sense, is it alive still?

    • @AreeshaMaryam-fp5fi
      @AreeshaMaryam-fp5fi Před rokem +1

      Shoooo cuteee..soundsss funny but i almost fell in love with him❤❤❤❤❤

    • @familhagaudir8561
      @familhagaudir8561 Před 4 měsíci +1

      You're spot-on about them telling you when you're not petting their head exactly as they want it.

  • @neonsvart
    @neonsvart Před 3 lety +147

    I've been reading up on pionus lately. Didn't even know they existed. There's not too much information out there so it's greatly appreciated. I just stumbled upon your channel and I love it. Subscribed!
    Also, maybe share some everyday videos of bird life? That would be interesting!

    • @Fivesaflock
      @Fivesaflock  Před 3 lety +23

      Right?! When I first stumbled upon Pionus,. there was barely anything. One of the reasons I made this video! As far as vlogging with my birds, I would love to do that. I'll look into it. If you got any ideas, lemme know!

    • @neonsvart
      @neonsvart Před 3 lety +6

      @@Fivesaflock thanks for answering! Maybe do a daily routine with all of the birds? You could tell us what you do morning/evening and how long it takes. I thought I saw a cockatoo walking on the floor in a video. Is that yours? Maybe introduce all of the birds?

    • @Fivesaflock
      @Fivesaflock  Před 3 lety +9

      Nah no Cockatoo. I got a couple puppies ha ha. But thanks for the idea! I'll look into it!

    • @VOXHUNTING
      @VOXHUNTING Před rokem

      I have a maximilian pionus she is great! Great starter!

    • @Alpine-has-wings
      @Alpine-has-wings Před 7 měsíci

      I’m looking into a points bird too!

  • @stopdelete8435
    @stopdelete8435 Před 3 lety +20

    i have a cockatiel, i’ve had him for 2 years and i love him so so much. we eat and play together every day and he is such a good boy. he is very very smart and learns songs to whistle very quickly! i love him so much

  • @neversaw
    @neversaw Před 3 lety +40

    Notices lovebirds are not on the list looking at my lovebird "this is because you're a mean loud girl! And I love you so much you nut job"

    • @vinceelliott4362
      @vinceelliott4362 Před 3 měsíci

      Have owned a few lovebirds, especially liked my blue masked lovebird. great birds.

  • @antoinettesalierno5940
    @antoinettesalierno5940 Před 3 lety +38

    I have yellow sided conures. They can be nippy and get re-homed often. I do agree they have huge personalities , mine think they're raptors, but I wouldn't trade them in for the world❤️

  • @luciferfaust
    @luciferfaust Před 3 lety +103

    No such thing as starter birds as far as I'm concerned. They live too long to choose an "easy" bird if you are passionate about them. Get the bird you're in love with. Don't settle for less. And adopt from rescues when possible. Baby birds aren't developed and can change when they mature.
    I was 30 when I got my African grey, also my first bird ever. He was 20 at the time. Yeah, he makes sounds. Yeah he bit when we got him. You know what you're getting into.

    • @Rebecca-fu5hg
      @Rebecca-fu5hg Před 3 lety +13

      Exactly, there are no beginner birds and as far as I can see, these people just have a bunch of young, sexually immature birds that have not developed their full adult personalities.

    • @kami1o427
      @kami1o427 Před 3 lety +3

      Exactly, I had a lovebird, but I was naïve and now I'm genuinely and honestly terrified of having a pet bird again, I want to do it, but I honestly don't want to be the reason for another live to b gone....

    • @sampagano205
      @sampagano205 Před 2 lety +13

      Okay, but if someone is really into snakes, I'd tell them to get a ball python before they get a reticulated python.

    • @sampagano205
      @sampagano205 Před 2 lety +8

      And I'd say to get a budgie first. Because you can go the lifespan of a budgie, and be certain at the end of it that bird is right for you probably.

    • @sampagano205
      @sampagano205 Před 2 lety +5

      I also think there's a very valuable point in telling people that there's animals like the Hans macaw out there that might be better suited to people with fewer means.

  • @berfx3duck980
    @berfx3duck980 Před 3 lety +66

    Entered here expecting just the common species of birds and ended discovering new ones. Great video guys
    Though I'm not looking exactly for begginer birds (I am between a quaker parrot and a white eyed conure.)

    • @Fivesaflock
      @Fivesaflock  Před 3 lety +8

      Quakers are super high energy and need a ton of attention, but they're also one of the hardiest parrots you can possibly get that they're an invasive species. Don't know much about White Eye conures specifically but a lot of conures are pretty similar so you're looking at a really loud large bird in a smaller package. You can't go wrong with either imo. I think your final decision should be to meet up with breeders and get an actual feel for both parrots. Individual personalities can vary greatly even within the same species.

    • @berfx3duck980
      @berfx3duck980 Před 3 lety +2

      @@Fivesaflock Thanks for the answer :). Yes, the white eyed conure are not very common in most contries, but they are very good as pets.

  • @EM0RYTATEllll
    @EM0RYTATEllll Před 5 měsíci +10

    😭 why did bro stop posting 😭

  • @tabarnacus5629
    @tabarnacus5629 Před 3 lety +66

    I don't get the concept of a "beginner" Parrot given a lot of species can actually outlive you and those that don't will still live very long lives.

    • @Fivesaflock
      @Fivesaflock  Před 3 lety +40

      Beginner is relative. Parrots are not beginner pets, but for how advanced parrots are, there's still some parrots that are better introductory parrots than others. Keeping a Cockatiel is way easier to keep than say, an Eclectus which has specific dietary needs, just as an example.

    • @sheogorath1524
      @sheogorath1524 Před 3 lety +16

      @@Fivesaflock Also I hope a budgie is not going to outlive me...

    • @jackforrest6382
      @jackforrest6382 Před 3 lety +6

      @Blass stop staying missinformation, the word doesn't even make sense

    • @jackforrest6382
      @jackforrest6382 Před 3 lety +5

      @Blass so this guy is deliberately trying to deceive people into buying a parrot? Wonder what he has to gain
      (Breeds that are naturally easier to care for than others at that)

    • @Kira45874
      @Kira45874 Před 3 lety +3

      @@sheogorath1524 Budgies live about 10-15 years I would not worry about that

  • @kellyharney2385
    @kellyharney2385 Před 2 lety +3

    Ive never seen a cuter couple in my life. I can tell they so so loving with their birds and most importantly for CZcams, KNOWLEDGABLE. I’ve seen so many videos where they give misinformation and lead people to choose the wrong bird. It’s heart wrenching for birds and humans to have to resign them to a shelter so giving the proper info including the flaws is so important. Awesome video!!

  • @SureBetter
    @SureBetter Před 2 lety +5

    I love your videos!! The scales on all the different topics when considering a bird is so helpful! Thank you!! 🦜

  • @thebirdflock9753
    @thebirdflock9753 Před 3 lety +27

    I have a cockatiel I have had it for 10 years and he is still alive

    • @lemoncooking6596
      @lemoncooking6596 Před 3 lety +4

      Cocketeils can live up to 25 years if nothing goes wrong, I have a cocketeil he is soooooo nice

    • @infinity_567
      @infinity_567 Před 3 lety

      they live for 14-16 years so its fine minimum if they have a desiese

    • @benteboucher5322
      @benteboucher5322 Před 3 lety +1

      i saw a cockatiel on facebook who was 31 years old! amazing!

    • @cybul1982
      @cybul1982 Před 3 lety +1

      @@infinity_567 ours is with us 22-23yrs now and i have no idea how old it was when we got it.

    • @ednunes2439
      @ednunes2439 Před 3 lety +2

      Mine recently passed at 31 years old

  • @SHELL.SEX.CENTRIC
    @SHELL.SEX.CENTRIC Před 3 lety +23

    I just got two cockatiels this year, I really enjoy them.

  • @RevansNightmare
    @RevansNightmare Před 2 lety +3

    By far the best guide for a beginning bird list. You got a new sub.

  • @lanewaldon6450
    @lanewaldon6450 Před 2 lety +2

    I just discovered this channel and I'm loving it so far, I'm also getting some Clints reptiles vibes but for birds and I love it haha😅 keep up the wonderful work

  • @David-ox3ix
    @David-ox3ix Před 3 lety +8

    You deserve a lot more subscribers man, you’re doing a great job, keep it up brother!👌🏼

  • @Foxiesz
    @Foxiesz Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks for the advice! I watched this and a lot of videos and decided on a GCC! Hes a sweetheart, no regrets at all

  • @MrAprynn
    @MrAprynn Před 3 lety +9

    I actually have a green cheek conure! His head is more a cinnamon color and he has some teal at the end of his wings. They're a very cuddly bird and very adorable. Mine once accidentally rolled himself in a blanket! I suggest you get one!

  • @john-brady
    @john-brady Před 3 lety +35

    Thank you, informative and interesting without being obnoxiously confident in your presentation. Refreshing

  • @nikkihoffman2891
    @nikkihoffman2891 Před rokem

    Very informative. Enjoyed the video with all of you!

  • @MRTOMBO
    @MRTOMBO Před 2 měsíci

    All sorts of good advice here. Nick Morganelli and his wife ran a parrot shop in Winston-Salem for many years (retired years ago and sold the store), and he and his wife were FANTASTIC with their birds, raising babies & breeding. They always let potential customers handle the birds in their shop (those that were safe/socialized enough to do so) for the same reasons you mention.
    Just discovered your channel today, and I like the "vibe" coming from you and the pretty lady. Interest, passion, and care for the animals as well as the owners (know how to care for your bird properly). Just like "Papa Nick" and his wife always did all those years ago.

  • @Volvandese
    @Volvandese Před 3 lety +4

    Your whole description of green cheek conures sounded exactly like my experience with peach faced lovebirds.

  • @letyluna7013
    @letyluna7013 Před rokem

    Thank you for your video's!
    You helped me decide to get a green cheek conure and I am absolutely in love with my Coco.
    You are appreciated!!!!!

  • @Relativechapter
    @Relativechapter Před 2 lety +7

    I laughed when you mentioned cockatiels as indipendent and you have to work hard to build their trust. My experience with my cockatiels have been the complete opposite. Ate from my hand day one. Let out day 2. Day 3 asked for scitches and preens my beard. My male is like glue on me 24/7 follows me around everywhere. Has to eat when I eat, shower when I shower, sleep when I sleep and so on. Most of the day he just wanna chill on me pressed against my cheek while sitting on my chest or shoulder and ask for scritches. He rarely wants to sit on a perch unlessI am being annoying by moving my body a lot but that perch has to be at most half a meter away otherwise he thinks I am too far away. I think it is important to keep in mind that parrots just like people are individuals and are usually very different from eachother. Some are more trusting, some are more bitey, some are more active and so on.

    • @caseysmith5888
      @caseysmith5888 Před rokem

      I wish mine was like that, got him at 10 wks and was handfed but he was terrified of me and everything took 3 wks before he would take millet through the cage. He steps up for seed only now but hopefully one day he will trust me better.

    • @Relativechapter
      @Relativechapter Před rokem

      @@caseysmith5888 just be patient. I have had 3 cockatiels and I have been extremly lucky with each. Never been more than 2 days untilntheybsit on my shoulder. I usually use my super tame one and show him on me, eating from my hand etc. I dunno if seeing another bird trusting me makes it easier for them to understand that i am not dangerous.

  • @hanab3894
    @hanab3894 Před 3 lety +19

    I have a parrotlet ! If you don’t mind being bitten they are soo perfect ! I love him

  • @starybars4181
    @starybars4181 Před 2 lety +6

    I’ve been planning on getting a lovebird, they tend to form very strong bonds with their owners, they are energetic and smart.

    • @oh1917
      @oh1917 Před 2 lety +1

      did you get one yet? i personally don’t recommend one. i don’t know about others but i had mine for about 10 moth s and i’ve had her since she was a baby she was very nice at first and then after a few moths she started biting and they’re voices are VERY loud. now all she does is bite me and scream. but if you have yours already then i hope everting will turn out well!

    • @starybars4181
      @starybars4181 Před 2 lety +4

      @@oh1917 lovebirds are supposed to be quite noisy and aggressive, however i wanted one because they are actually very territorial and do well alone. I love my lil guy and ive had him for around 2 months now

    • @oh1917
      @oh1917 Před 2 lety +2

      @@starybars4181 oh ok!

  • @Ngangatar
    @Ngangatar Před 2 lety +2

    Hi to both of you. Thanks for your nice video's. I am looking into a bird for an apartment and as I work 95% of the time from home with a lot of video meetings, I was searching and reading about Pionus species. Thanks for your information, it seems like a solid idea now, at least from your top 5. Will definitely look them up in the better stores over here.
    The Orange Belly Poicephalus are awesome as well btw, just like your cute Conure.

    • @DN-fs2kb
      @DN-fs2kb Před rokem +1

      I think budgies and parakeets are pretty quiet too, they mostly chirp so it will be tolerable in online meetings. Good luck with your parrot!!

  • @sumeetsingh2205
    @sumeetsingh2205 Před 3 lety +19

    A review video for a Hahns Macaw would be awesome!

  • @anticipayo
    @anticipayo Před rokem +17

    My starter parrot was a hyacinth macaw. Once I learned the basics I moved to the big leagues and got an exotic monk parakeet

  • @DN-fs2kb
    @DN-fs2kb Před rokem

    Im thinking of getting a pineapple conure when im older. I love how theyre so cuddly and their personality. Ive heard that some conures are noisy, that is a con but i think if you want a parrot you got accept that theyre gonna be loud lmao.

  • @clownsmilk
    @clownsmilk Před 3 lety +7

    Love the video!

  • @Miffny
    @Miffny Před rokem +2

    I've had my cockatiel for 30 years we had 2 one passed sadly. My boy is super noisy sometimes but overall he's not too noisy. Cockatiels are beautiful birds that require heaps of attention and allowed flight .

  • @justjono9638
    @justjono9638 Před rokem +3

    I had a Cockatiel that could talk, maybe not that clearly but definitely able to say a few phrases :) I used to own a pair of Eclectus parrots!

    • @asantemayo1007
      @asantemayo1007 Před rokem

      How long did it take for it to repeat a phrase?

  • @amerrickankiwi3953
    @amerrickankiwi3953 Před 3 lety +18

    me waiting for budgies

  • @ILoveMySqueeze
    @ILoveMySqueeze Před rokem

    You guys are so cute. I’m in a binge ! I don’t think I’ll ever be able to own a bird but man do I love them. Maybe someday. I’ll happily enjoy them on video for now 😊

    • @fuducker2
      @fuducker2 Před 7 měsíci

      Make it happen. I’ll be over 30 by the time im able to have a bird but that’s not going to stop me from doing it. I’ve spent my entire life researching vigorously and my time will come. You can make it happen!😊

  • @southernfarmmomma3818
    @southernfarmmomma3818 Před 3 lety +5

    I have a Green-Cheek Conure. He's so sweet. I was hoping your #1 was going to be a GCC. Thanks for the video.

    • @akashicrose5551
      @akashicrose5551 Před rokem

      I don't have a gcc but I know they are such a good family/starter parrot. Usually when people get one they want more haha

  • @katicasey4610
    @katicasey4610 Před 2 lety

    I’ve had my 1 year old male tiel for about 3 weeks now. He’s very excited about the parrot noises going on in this video lol

  • @mr.phoenix8691
    @mr.phoenix8691 Před 3 lety +1

    Great Video!!

  • @ahmedalsiddiqi1502
    @ahmedalsiddiqi1502 Před 11 měsíci

    that white black cockatiel that you were holding is one of the most beautiful cockatiel I have ever seen.

  • @elmergallanongo9543
    @elmergallanongo9543 Před 3 lety +4

    I learn a lot about of your content I like it Subscribed.

  • @peterwolftips
    @peterwolftips Před 3 měsíci

    Going back to this video a year later since I've first saw it, just realised the 3 birds we've ended up going with are on this list lol.
    We've started with a white capped Pionus, followed with a cockatiel and two weeks ago got ourselves a Hahns Mascaw :D no more for now, because Apple (the Hahns) are taking up all our time + 20% more!
    Thanks for the tips once more!

  • @dudesavage5963
    @dudesavage5963 Před 3 lety +4

    I’m looking into getting 2 cockatiels and a sun conure for my aviary

  • @picklebird1261
    @picklebird1261 Před 3 měsíci +1

    My "starter bird" was an African Grey parrot that I got when she was 4 yo. She turns 30 yo this week!

  • @ReeferNoob23
    @ReeferNoob23 Před 3 lety +2

    My pineapple cinimin green cheek conure was 600$ but totally worth it an she is a beautiful hand fed baby I got her from a bird speciality store in New Jersey

  • @baublesanddolls
    @baublesanddolls Před 5 měsíci

    I have a blue headed pionus and she’s adorable. So good and quiet.

  • @billiejean4727
    @billiejean4727 Před 3 lety +8

    I have owned every kind of parrot you can think of. I’m old now though so I rehomed my large macaws, cockatoos etc.
    I have kept my hand fed baby’s … caique, conure, and two Indian ring necks . Rink necks are very awesome too🙂
    I miss all my birds but they are living the life in sanctuary now🙂❤️

    • @abka5532
      @abka5532 Před 2 lety

      Do you have any that you want to get rid of?

    • @twinmommy4
      @twinmommy4 Před 2 lety

      I want a macaw so bad!!!! Love birds

  • @misalysgarcia9402
    @misalysgarcia9402 Před 4 měsíci

    This is a very good video. Thank you so much

  • @Toronto360Productions
    @Toronto360Productions Před 2 lety

    After the whole pandemic thing we decided to get a cat for our daughter. My wife turned out to be severely allergic so we had to donate him. I, who always hated cats, cried like a baby lol. I now feel that I need to get a pet. I always loved birds but not my wife's favorite due to noise and maybe mess? Today I started to watch videos about beginners parrots recommendations. I Hated all of them until I bumped into yours. "I bet he's just a nerd bird with some silly voz " - I thought.
    25 min later, I was impressed how knowledgeable you seem to be . Your presentation is simply spot on (I really don't watch many videos over 25 min 😂😂). At the same time you've caused me a problem: After watching you video I kinda fell in love with the green-cheeked and I'm thinking "how the hell I'm going to convince my wife to let me get one" ? 😂😂🤣 We live in Toronto, Canada. You see, she got so traumatized for having to let our cat go, she now says she doesn't want another pet ever again.. 😢 You seem to young to be married, but any recommendations?? 😂😂😂Just kidding. Keep up with the good work. I mean no offense with my joke 😉👍

  • @drew22
    @drew22 Před rokem +7

    I started a breeding project of green cheek conures because I feel like they are an amazing fit for a lot of people, the bird market has gone up a ton since this video was made so all the numbers you gave are now considered on the low side but the affordable birds are still affordable luckily for bird pet owners everywhere

    • @familhagaudir8561
      @familhagaudir8561 Před 4 měsíci +1

      In my area, pet shops almost never have cockatiels.
      They used to get them from hobbyists who got old and stopped breeding 'tiels.
      Very low parrot avaliability, small local market for parrots ( except budggies, those are relatively popular ).

  • @DeezNuts-gs3mx
    @DeezNuts-gs3mx Před rokem +1

    I'm not sure if ill be ripped on but I owned a Green Cheek Conure for a little under 6 years before she suddenly passed. In the last couple months of her life she actually learned to sleep on my pillow, snuggled against my head, she also loved being in the collar of my shirt and I could taker her to the movies and other events pretty easily. I cant help but feel that the last few months where she slept in my bed caused really bad sleep deprivation and eventually led to her passing. I miss her daily and my room feels so empty without her on my shoulder:(

  • @darrenbell6376
    @darrenbell6376 Před 3 lety +2

    Looking at a green cheeked conure are these the best choice for someone who has allergies like very mild asthma.

  • @lucienverse
    @lucienverse Před 11 měsíci +1

    My first birds were actually birds of prey -> ravens -> blue macaws. All rescues. I never really had much of an issue with any of them. If someone’s patient enough, any bird can be amazing. Although I do not recommend either of the first two as pets, they are not pets and should never be pets. But macaws are amazing. I would love to get some again sometime as I haven’t owned any birds in a few years

  • @Tiersmoke92555
    @Tiersmoke92555 Před 2 lety +1

    We love our senegal. He was not cheap. And everyone needs to consider startup cost too.

  • @lisatourle6617
    @lisatourle6617 Před 3 lety +2

    I've got a celestial parolett...a cockatiel and a pineapple conure which doesn't leave my side

  • @Viperbird17
    @Viperbird17 Před rokem

    Started with a peach fronted conure. Very loyal bird but didn't like to cuddle much. I've got a green cheek now

  • @hildaedwards6474
    @hildaedwards6474 Před rokem

    Thay you verry much ....I was going to get one but seeing all the ins n outs of its care don't thin its a bird for me .....all animal lover x

  • @MrTeks79
    @MrTeks79 Před 4 měsíci +1

    God took beauty to another level in parrots. Intricately beautiful with the small details here n there.
    Nice T-shirt.

  • @moonolyth
    @moonolyth Před 3 lety +4

    Hah! I hand fed my baby sun conure and slept with it for several months I did not get rolled over by him once! He was very noisy though. The wify made me give him away as we had a child coming and she read they..birds can cause issues with newborns regarding sheding. Really wanting a HAHNS MACAW or JARDINES or BOTH !! At age 13 I was rescuing pigeons and domestic birds all the time from syringe feeding to healing their wounds, including a red taled hawk at one time. Gots to get me a Bird !!

  • @777tractorboy
    @777tractorboy Před 10 měsíci

    Very helpful thank you

  • @Black98Raven
    @Black98Raven Před 2 lety

    I am SO stuck between a cocotiel and a green cheek. On one hand the whistling seams appealing, but on the other I love pets with large personalities. Green cheek would be a nice brained, however, I heard “horror stories” of green cheeks being very very loud and in my situation I can afford a little bit of whistle and a little bit of screaming, but not a lot. And it’s also one thing, them being loud and another them screaming all the time, so it’s difficult to find any information on how “bothersome” they might or might not be, because “bothersome” is a subjective term.

  • @Diamond10398
    @Diamond10398 Před 2 měsíci

    I’ve had a pionus and a few cockatiels. Loved them and great entry level birds. I’ve wanted a larger more talkative parrot for a while now but have been watching tons of videos to see if I’m ready. I know parrots can be extremely high maintenance… more so than a dog in a lot of cases. Just thinking about it.

  • @birdynerb
    @birdynerb Před 3 lety +3

    I'm holding Thanos, my green cheek conure (yellowsided turquoise) and have to type this with one hand.
    You forgot to mention, these guys WILL bite and draw blood if you don't pay attention to their body language. I learned the hard way after Year 1 of his hormonal season, lol.
    5 years later and I can't imagine my life without him :) He's my best friend and he's like a velcro

  • @blkcpdconure
    @blkcpdconure Před rokem

    The don't fall asleep while cuddling a conure is very true. In 2003 I fell asleep while cuddling my black capped conure in my bed and rolled over on him. Usually just cuddled on the couch before that night. He was only about 2 years old so he would probably still be alive.

  • @tedinohio3981
    @tedinohio3981 Před 10 měsíci

    Current price for a cockatiel at Petland, Ohio, is $600. Sugarcreek Bird Farm in Ohio charges about $300. Birds from a rescue may "have a past" that makes them a less than ideal starter bird, but can be cheaper and sometimes are a good choice, too.

  • @stevenwindham4049
    @stevenwindham4049 Před rokem

    I've had 30 green cheeks And all of them were real pains. Agree with theRed belly Myers at Senegals. I've had blue heads and duskies.. They are great birds they love flowers the blue heads have a Tendency to Yet respiratory infections.

  • @biblestudywithashley331

    Hey I really like your channel my plan is eventually get a Scarlet macaw . And to have only one bird will it be that bad if I don’t get a starter bird ?

  • @williamwerner2156
    @williamwerner2156 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Hello!Thank you for your video!I look forward to watching your other videos.I have an interest in the poicephalus parrots.What can you tell me about the Jardine parrot?

  • @mustachadon
    @mustachadon Před měsícem

    One of the male cockatiels somehow picked up some starling calls, then the other males followed suit. Now my entire flock sounds like starlings lol

  • @Zoe-jc4wk
    @Zoe-jc4wk Před rokem

    This was such a great video! I am wanting a parrot and doing all my research before I find one to adopt. This gave me all the confidence I needed. I am looking into Cockatiels and the Pionus....... or even the Green Cheek Conure. They are all so beautiful. Should I try and adopt an older parrot or a younger one since I am on the beginner side of owning a bird? I would like to get one from a shelter instead of a breeder. Thank-you

    • @Fivesaflock
      @Fivesaflock  Před rokem

      I made a video exactly on this topic. Check it out!

  • @jimwalshonline9346
    @jimwalshonline9346 Před rokem

    I'm thinking of starting with a greencheek; if that works out then add a ringneck. I do have some childhood experience with a budgie and, briefly, a mynah bird!

  • @azbirdie55
    @azbirdie55 Před 2 lety

    I adopted a fisher love bird almost 3 years ago. He isn't cuddly at all. But he is gorgeous. I would like to get another bird that is cuddly and also beautiful. Which species do you suggest? They're so many choices.

  • @justadude9788
    @justadude9788 Před 2 lety

    well in terms of parrots, i was looking for a parrot that has naturally a more playful, social and friendly temperment but managable any good ones?

  • @coolperson4418
    @coolperson4418 Před 3 lety +5

    I got two cockatiels. Unfortunately, from a really bad breeder. They are a handful and made me regret getting a parrot but they have their golden moments, I love them very much

    • @maddiezigluar6862
      @maddiezigluar6862 Před 3 lety

      Same i have two lutino cockatiels and we payed 600 for them and they are mean as hell and not tame at all I also kinda regret paying that much money for a parrot also the place we got them said they are hand tame and very friendly how about yours

    • @chompzapple8744
      @chompzapple8744 Před 3 lety

      I also got my Cockatiel from a bad breeder, and he was very skittish/aggressive and I had to tame him myself. He's still a handful, but much better from when I first got him

  • @tecumseha
    @tecumseha Před 3 lety

    I am so glad I found your channel - I just subscribed. 🙂 I grew up with cockatiels & parakeets & just love birds! 🦜 🐦 My husband, on the other hand doesn't like the noise that comes from birds. My youngest child REALLY wants one for her 8th birthday in a couple months. We are leaning towards a Meyer's parrot because they are more quiet. May I ask what you think? We have a busy family of 5 children, my husband doesn't like bird chirping / singing, & spending time with the bird is fairly limited because the kids have school, homework, & other activities. *Which do you think would be better for our situation: Meyer's parrot or Green-cheek conure?* Thank you! So glad to have your channel as a resource on birds!

    • @Fivesaflock
      @Fivesaflock  Před 3 lety +1

      I think with 5 children, I would lean more towards a Pionus. They aren't cuddly and try to avoid grabby hands, while also being larger to take bits of mishandling from children, but they're also still friendly and will sit on their shoulders and arms and be pretty loyal. Meyer's out of Poicephalus, tend to be a bit more territorial and can be one person-ish. I would look at another Poicephalus. But overall I first would recommend scheduling an appointment with a breeder or local store and interact with some parrots first to see if your children can actually handle it.
      One more thing to consider are allergies. Make sure to get a New World parrot in case dusty Old World parrots are an issue.

    • @tecumseha
      @tecumseha Před 3 lety

      @@Fivesaflock Thank you so much!

  • @themuddyrug55
    @themuddyrug55 Před 4 měsíci

    I had a parakeet that would mimic the back door opening. It squeaked when it opened. And he would do it perfectly at the worst times. Scary movie, back door creaks open. I would run to check, and back door was closed no one there haha

  • @angie12346
    @angie12346 Před 2 lety

    my starter bird is a green cheek conure they love rolling on their backs.they started getting nippy because of school.when I finished school I started hanging out with them a lot more know they are not even nippy anymore they love snuggling with me.

  • @yeni1185
    @yeni1185 Před 2 lety

    Does anybody know if bee bee parrots, also known as pocket parrots and white winged parakeets are good beginer parrots?

  • @richardpincelli1191
    @richardpincelli1191 Před rokem

    I’m a big fan of your channel. I’m a subscribed member. I have a question,I’m interested in green Cheek conure. Should I get a very young bird or rescue a bird. I’m retired and live alone so I can spend lots of time with bird. When I was young I had pair of budgies and later in life I had a cockatiel. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Keep up the work.

  • @ZazuandWoodstock
    @ZazuandWoodstock Před 3 měsíci

    great video

  • @Ultima72
    @Ultima72 Před 2 lety

    My first bird was a budgies three of them actually, but they have passed away after living for more than 15 years, I'm looking at Senegal Parrots now.

  • @stephanie3848
    @stephanie3848 Před rokem +1

    I wonder if tropical birds would be good pets for the elderly and those in nursing homes because they would be able to give them a lot of attention

  • @denisesajones
    @denisesajones Před rokem

    I'm thinking of getting a ring neck parrot I had a concure but sadly passed this month .do you think ring necks are good birds

  • @kaarlimakela3413
    @kaarlimakela3413 Před rokem

    I saw a funny cartoon about a Hahn's Macaw talking to a man in a pet store.
    The bird says 'I like you. Come back Thursday. I'll be on sale!' 😆👵❤️

  • @funnykidsinbenha8633
    @funnykidsinbenha8633 Před 3 lety

    Iam a beginner and I have a jardine parrot and she speaks a lot!!

  • @susanspring6313
    @susanspring6313 Před 3 lety +4

    I got a Amazon I love him

  • @peridot180
    @peridot180 Před 2 lety +2

    $30 for a cockatiel? Lol, not here. They're at least $150-250. Petco and Petsmart in my area (San Francisco bay area) charge $350 for them (and they aren't even hand-tamed). They're also very hard to find, except at Petco and Petsmart where they aren't tame. I've been on several waitlists since November and still haven't gotten calls from most places.
    Very informative video! Still looking for a cockatiel. Been several months and I still haven found the right one for me. But I'll keep trying!

  • @microwavedmusic2501
    @microwavedmusic2501 Před 2 lety

    I ended up getting really attached to a green cheek in a pet store recently. He was immediately trying to play and he was all alone in his enclosure. I conveniently have an empty cage from a previous pet that could work for him. Unfortunately the problem is the price. I've been searching for one for a more reasonable price but I can't seem to find one near me :(

  • @_zombie.wolf.games_3257
    @_zombie.wolf.games_3257 Před 3 měsíci

    Tomorrow my friend is coming to my home, she and her sister buyed me a parrot (they dont know that i know its supposed to be a surprise) she wanted to get me a cockatail but she didn't find one so she brought me a lutino rosalle. Im so excited!!

  • @johnmeszaros3827
    @johnmeszaros3827 Před rokem

    Hi guys love your video and learned a lot . I’m 74 now and probably too late to own a parrot since they live so long UNLESS you know of a short lived parrot ? I doubt it ! Let me know.

  • @dernwentheshy8446
    @dernwentheshy8446 Před 3 lety

    My blue-headed pionus could say one full sentence: «Is Twitter gonna sleep?». He could also say stuff like «come come», and he would laugh if doing something cheeky - like going on top of a high cabinet if I wanted to reach him.

  • @NZComfort
    @NZComfort Před 4 měsíci

    A word about conures…. They are super sweet to their original owners….. we fostered a green conure one time who had been my grandmothers parrot. He was tolerant of her and mean as a hornet to us. And I definitely agree with the “mean to other birds” comment. He bit one of my Budgies toes off one time…. Mean, McBroski, mean….

  • @DarkSkies72
    @DarkSkies72 Před 6 měsíci

    Your Pionus is beautiful, I love him.

  • @tanyag87yt
    @tanyag87yt Před 3 lety

    @Fivesaflock. What is your opinion on quaker? Are they noisy? which is quitter quaker or gcc? Thank you

  • @inezwilliamson3281
    @inezwilliamson3281 Před 2 lety

    I would like to see a show on the different conures and I am considering a Crimson Bellied Conure.

  • @zmanfresno
    @zmanfresno Před rokem

    I agree with Green Cheeks in every way. I also have a Sun Conure and my Green Cheek would bully him.

  • @Ashley-ih6pp
    @Ashley-ih6pp Před 3 lety +42

    Me waiting for Quaker parrot-

    • @aqua7862
      @aqua7862 Před 3 lety +2

      I love quakers. Such likeable critters. I've had several.

  • @divichanel8698
    @divichanel8698 Před 3 lety +4

    I have a geek cheek conure and she’s winged demon. She also loves to cuddle when she’s in the mood. My sun conure is way more chill than her.

  • @marialbruce
    @marialbruce Před 3 lety +4

    PLEASE do a review of the Hahn’s Macaw. PLEASE do a review of the Quaker Parrot. Thank you!

    • @Fivesaflock
      @Fivesaflock  Před 3 lety +1

      Def will for the Hahn's Macaw. Quaker I can't cuz of the state I live in