Conure or cockatiel

[Brazilian]

I need help I cannot decide on either a green cheek conure or a cockatiel I just want advice on pros plus cons of Both and your choice and why?
Thanks a bunch.

 

[Brazilian]

Pros and cons of a green cheek conure

I am thinking of purchasing a green cheek conure and I was just wondering about the pros and cons of the species?
And why do u like green cheek conures?
Thanks a bunch.

 

[Roanoke]

Before I got Teeko, I was thinking about getting a Cockatiel. From what I've heard they're quiet, sweet and fine with less than 1-2 hours of attention. (However, I have no firsthand experience)
They also cost less, eat less and require smaller cages than Conures.
Conures on the other hand are way more 'parrot' and they really give you a 'big bird' experience but with a small body. They are more prone to biting, screaming and one-person-bird syndrome.
If you're looking for a companion to spend a third to half of your day with that will cuddle, play and talk to you, get a conure.
If you would like a pretty little pet who likes to be stroked, whistles your favorite tunes and will be fine without attention for 3 days, you're better off with a tiel.
If you want an exotic bird that will happily sit in the corner, say 'Hello' when you come in, and never bite or scream, try one of these: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Gemmy-Talking-Parrot-Pete-Repeat/dp/B000EIFWNS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1416871892&sr=8-1&keywords=talking+parrot+toy&pebp=1416871970084"]Amazon.com: Pete the Repeat Parrot: Toys & Games[/ame]


Please, please keep in mind how much of a commitment birds are!
I had done research for 2 months straight and still wasn't prepared to adopt one of my own.
He needs a lot of attention, poops every 5 minutes, bites my loving parents, and tries to fly out the door when he can.
Only acquire a bird when you are truly ready! They are nothing like cats or dogs. Not in any way.
I'm not trying to dissuade you, only warning you of what's to come.
Good luck!

 

[LeaKP]

I've had both and found my conure gave me the interaction I wanted. Tiels are sweet and sound pretty while conures don't have the pretty whistle but are personality plus.

 

[Abigal7]

I had both and I will say a conure demands more attention and is louder then a cockatiel.

 

[healthyfeathers]

That's my question exactly I also wondering which one to get a gcc or a whiteface cockatiel... I've done a lot of research so I'll tell you some stuff to consider...

Conure pros:
Conures have a BIG personality in a small body... They like to be cuddled, and lay on there backs, and play, they are very active birds and need a lot of attention...

cockatiel pros:
More mellow birds, don't need as much attention, not really super playful but do enjoy to be on your shoulder all the Time

Some cons-
Conures- can become a bit nippy or screamers if not handled a lot
Cockatiels- can be dusty {so don't get if you have Asma,ect}

Hope this kinda helped, I'm kinda thinking a cockatiel for me {but when I'm out of school I'll probably get a conure, or a eckie, or even a macaw {if I win the lottery }