maddieatrisk
New member
- Aug 16, 2016
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- Parrots
- 2 Cockatiels
Joan of Arc
Catherine of Aragon
Hi, new here. I am wanting to get a larger bird within the next few months. I've done a large amount of research and have come to the conclusion that I want either a cockatoo or a macaw. Both are very affectionate birds, which is what I would like. As for my home (and their home as well): I will be living in an apartment but I have permission from my parents (the landlords) so noise wont be a huge issue for me- I would also be willing to sound proof the room of the cage. I am home most of the day- I go to college online (at the house for) and work 4 hours 4 days a week but other than that I am home. I have bird experience but not with large birds, so it will be a challenge stepping up from that from my two cockatiels but I am prepared to do the research and put forth the time. As for right now, Im a mommy to 2 cockatiels, 3 rats and a cat. They are all relatively independent, I spend time with them and have the means and time to care for them but I am wanting a bird that will become attached to me and form a a really close bond with me. My view on the macaws vs. Cockatoos is that toos are stressed much easier and prone to feather plucking, which is true to macaws to some degree but not as much. Cockatoos are friendlier to strangers where as macaws are more 'one person' birds, which I think I would like. I know both birds require hours of time, large cages (Or jungle gym areas, which I am also leaning towards) and dedication. I guess long story short, what are both birds like compared to each other and which would you recommend to me? Thanks for any answers!