African Grey or Indian Ringneck?

[tabitha]

My husband and I are looking into getting a bird late next year, but we can't decide between an African Grey or an Indian Ringneck.

I have read and heard conflicting things about both kinds of birds.

We have no children but would like a bird that's friendly with kids and strangers. Money isn't a factor since we've been saving for a parrot for some time now. We both grew up with cockatiels. We also cared for our friends cockatoo for about a year while she was abroad for work. So we do have some experience with birds, but this will be our first bird of our own and want to make a good educated decision.

Any advice or stories you have to share would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

 

[thekarens]

My .02 would be grey. Neither of those birds are cuddly, but our grey would step up for anyone.

 

[UMARKHANMARDAN]

Tabitha it depends on personal taste.I have both IRN & CAG. i love both.If you want a bird which can mimic in the same voice which he hear then Gray is good choice. The vocal power is also more than the IRN. But if you want a parakeet which should not totally depend on you then go for IRN. If money is not a problem then purchase both.Keep at least two parrots.Parrots are highly intelligent birds.So if you are not there will become bored.Thats why its better to keep two.

 

[legal_eagle]

I don't think either of these species is known as one of the friendlier species, and I think, generally speaking, they are not as fond of being touched as some other species. If friendliness and touching are really important, a conure or caique might be better. I think some of the mini macaws are pretty friendly as well.

 

[Shayner]

There both great birds! But its a personal preference.

 

[SpotsandSally]

I love my IRN. He's not cuddly, but is a sweet bird who likes my presence.
I'd say go visit some. Or like someone Said, if you have enough money then get both.

 

[RockysMom]

go look at both kinds and decided from their , Greys are great very smart but ringnecks are to , so go visit each and decide

 

[Katiejayne]

I don't know a lot about ringnecks however I have a grey and she is so cuddly she is like Velcro to me and just cuddles up to my kneck however I have always socialized her well but she will not accept men I have had her from sixteen weeks and one day she just decided men were a no no however strange women and children she will fly to as soon as they walk in and ask for tickles.
Good luck with ur search