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[Blu]

Hi,

I'm new to this and it took me forever to figure out how to post something, but here we go. I currently own a B&G Macaw that is approx 7 (I've owned him for over three years). He is the first bird I ever owned and fortunately he turned out to be a great bird. I've learned a lot from him and couldn't be happier. I am now ready to get him a friend, but I can't decide on what type I want. I rescued a couple amazons and took care of them for a year, but eventually found them hopefully their forever home. They were really entertaining and I am thinking I would like to get a yellow naped amazon, but I would really appreciate anyone's input. Also, a friend and I was going to get siblings and she is new to birds so I wasn't sure if an amazon might be a more difficult bird for starting out...I didn't have much trouble with my macaw so I was thinking she should be fine. She's very good at handling my macaw, too. Thanks, much appreciated!

 

[charliebrown]

Hi, welcome to the forum... I have only had an eclectus but he was great for starting out... He had an attitude when we got him from the pet store because he wasnt handled much while he was there but with time and attention, he turned out great. Anyone in our group of friends could hold him and pet him without fear of being bit.

 

[antoinette]

Welcome to our forum
Browse around, ask question, many knowledgeable members always willing to give advise
Have fun and good luck in choosing a new bird

 

[Tammy]

Welcome. I got my Orange Wing Amazon last March & it was my first bird experience ever. I found him extremely easy to work with & learn. He was excellent at letting me know what was ok & what was not until he was comfortable with me. The first week he wouldn't let me pick him up. When it was bedtime I would offer my arm & say "Stand Up" like the previous owner told me to. When he refused or lunged I said to him, "You have to go in your cage for bed. If you don't want me to pick you up then fly there yourself." I was shocked when that was exactly what he did! I was astounded at how intelligent he was. He's been my best friend since.