How and if I should introduce another bird.

[GretcheNicole1987]

Currently I have a 9 month old hybrid Sunday Conure (Jenday+Sun). She is wonderful. I want to get another bird but have read a lot of conflicting information. Such as when/how to introduce. That it could change your birds behavior/ personality or that some of them just plain don't get along. I hope is that I could eventually keep them housed together and that she would have a pal for while I am at work. So I am looking for useful information and personal experiences. Thanks!

 

[wrench13]

Adding members (people or birds) to your flock will change the dynamic relationships already in place. Unpredictable too. I will always say Get a second (or third etc) because YOU want one, not to be a buddy for an existing parrot.

 

[texsize]

I have made matchups with birds several times and mostly it has worked out ok.
If your bird is young and relatively new in your house I think the chances are better things will go well.
But there is never a guarantee the birds will get along.
The biggest change I have seen in bringing two birds together is they may stop speaking human language and revert to just bird noises.

This happened with my Cockatiels . They completely stopped saying "pretty bird" and just make Cockatiel noises.

 

[ravvlet]

We got a second amazon when our cockatiel passed away, because we were worried our other amazon was lonely. Well, he’s certainly not lonely anymore, but both birds (they’re older, in their 30s-40s) have made it pretty clear they prefer their space when it comes to other birds of their genus! Perhaps this will change with time; it’s not quite been a year yet. Too funny really. They do enjoy chatting with each other when we leave their doors open, so they are aware of each other and I think that is nice in its way.

All that to say; make sure you have the time and space for a scenario where both birds hate each other but love you!

 

[HeatherG]

It’s difficult to have two birds who want to devour each other but also both want to be stuck on you.

I think if you’re happy with one bird and she’s not alone too much, I’d leave it with one bird.

P.s. cute bird!