Still not sure on type..

[MutatedFungi]

As the title states I'm still unsure of what type of parrot that would fit my life style.

I am home the majority of the time due to health reasons, so I have plenty of time to devote.

I would like a parrot medium sized (conure, Quaker sized.)

Relatively inexpensive (If I am going to spend a lot of money on a parrot it would be for a Hycanith Macaw, and I would probably wind up single!)

I would also prefer one that's okay with a lot of attention, preferably one that would rather chill out with me, rather than flying all over, flying is okay as well I understand that the parrot needs to burn off a lot energy.

A one person parrot would be perfect as long as they will tolerate others.

While this may fit many parrots I would like to know the pros, and cons of suggested parrots.

Also I realize that although this is can be "This species sounds perfect" that birds are individuals.

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[chris-md]

Sounds like you've made some progress. You've basically ruled out large macaws.

How much are you looking to spend, exactly?

 

[MutatedFungi]

Sounds like you've made some progress. You've basically ruled out large macaws.

How much are you looking to spend, exactly?

You know, I'm really not sure I guess around 400.00 or so, maybe more for a perfect bird...

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[chris-md]

From a breeder, Around that price range you're looking at a cockatiel, sun conure, jenday conure, green cheek conure, or budgie. For the most part.

Up to $1k you open yourself up to a few other options such as hahns macaw and blue crowned conure.

Explore BirdBreeders.com - Bird Breeders Directory of Availability and Parrot Breeders to get an idea of what species are in your price range. Keep in mind you may have to buy interstate and have to factor in the cost to ship.

I can say, you were previously given the best advice: you will be perpetually lost about what is best for you until you get out and see some birds in person.

 

[MutatedFungi]

From a breeder, Around that price range you're looking at a cockatiel, sun conure, jenday conure, green cheek conure, or budgie. For the most part.

Up to $1k you open yourself up to a few other options such as hahns macaw and blue crowned conure.

Explore BirdBreeders.com - Bird Breeders Directory of Availability and Parrot Breeders to get an idea of what species are in your price range. Keep in mind you may have to buy interrelate and have to factor in the cost to ship.

I can say, you were previously given the best advice: you will be perpetually lost about what is best for you until you get out and see some birds in person.

Thanks for the URLs..

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[MutatedFungi]

One more question, is there anything wrong with buying from Craigslist?

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[chris-md]

Not really, that's where I got my male ekkie. You have to be careful Scammers galore on Craigslist, so many listings are fake.

 

[MutatedFungi]

Awesome thanks for answering my questions.

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[ToMang07]

Nothing wrong with CL, I found Willow there. But use caution and apply common sense.

I suggest volunteering at a rescue to get some exposure and hands on experience.

 

[MutatedFungi]

Well I do have experience with teils, and Goldies lorikeet (I think looked like a miniature watermelon.)

Honestly smaller species might be okay as well.

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[Kentuckienne]

Don't forget the little budgies. I had one when I was much younger, and made the mistake of taking him to college with me. Got caught with illegal pet in the dorm, had to send him home to parents, he was given away. But he was sweet, and friendly, and snuggle, and talked up a squeaky little storm. He was flighted, and I didn't know about poop training, which would have made things easier. The little birds are just as adorable and loving and good company as the big ones. It kills me how cheap they are. I mean, if you buy a cage and all the stuff sometimes the store will give you the bird ... How well do you think people treat things they get for free like that? I think it sends the wrong message about the worth of the bird, which is far above the price. I once fell in love with a green cheeked conure, but can't have a bird of my own, or won't, but that was also a tiny little ball of fluffy love. You might be really happy with a littler bird, and the fact that they are cheaper to buy leaves more money for vet bills and toys!

 

[MutatedFungi]

Don't forget the little budgies. I had one when I was much younger, and made the mistake of taking him to college with me. Got caught with illegal pet in the dorm, had to send him home to parents, he was given away. But he was sweet, and friendly, and snuggle, and talked up a squeaky little storm. He was flighted, and I didn't know about poop training, which would have made things easier. The little birds are just as adorable and loving and good company as the big ones. It kills me how cheap they are. I mean, if you buy a cage and all the stuff sometimes the store will give you the bird ... How well do you think people treat things they get for free like that? I think it sends the wrong message about the worth of the bird, which is far above the price. I once fell in love with a green cheeked conure, but can't have a bird of my own, or won't, but that was also a tiny little ball of fluffy love. You might be really happy with a littler bird, and the fact that they are cheaper to buy leaves more money for vet bills and toys!

I know what you mean being into reptiles, take a look at Green Iguanas for example.

I'm not opposed to a smaller bird, it's just that the ones I want are so hard to find around here, parrotlets, goldies lorikeet.

I know close to nothing about budgies, but I do have a perfect cage, I think for them...

I am just weary due to every one that I have been around being skittish, and them being so small... maybe you can brief me on them? I don't know how to use Tapatalk

Also the vet bills, and such is the reason my budget is so low.

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