What breed of parrot would suit be best

[colashanacogh]

hi i have looked after my sister's african grey for 4 years and i think i'm ready to get my own, a blue and gold macaw is what i would love but i've heard that they are like looking after infant children, is it true that they are more immature than other breeds? to be more specific i have gave it much though and have narrowed it down to either -

a blue and gold macaw

an african grey

or an amazon

which of those would tend to be best behaved an mature? and is also loyal and friendly, again i would love to have a B&G macaw but from what i have read and heard i'm not so sure now

thx

 

[Spiritbird]

Birds are not breeds like cats and dogs, they are referred to as species. What makes you think you are ready for a bird? If you are young (teens or 20's) you will go through many life changes. Away at school, marriage, new job all that and more. Will you bird go with you? Are you truly ready for a lifetime commitment?

 

[HRH Di]

I've come to believe that all parrots are perpetual toddlers....who can fly. They are incredibly intelligent and curious. You have to do all the same things for a parrot that you do for a baby - special foods, toys, "play pen", perches, bird-proofing your house, baby-sitters, etc. But this one doesn't go off to college in 18 years, you'll have this one for 30-50 years.

Of the species you've listed, well, I'm a Grey person and believe they're the best ones. But my 2nd favorite is the Red-Front macaw. They're smaller than B&G's and our RFM isn't as loud as macaws can be.

From your post, you have had experience with parrots and I hope you find the one for you, but there is A LOT to consider before you bring one into your home.

 

[kitt]

All I can say is please do your research and then some.
Keep in mind that all birds can be sweet and cuddly but birds also hit sexual maturity where you will have to deal with mood swings and possibly being mean during hormone season.
Keep vet visits in mind....a yearly check up and toys....the bigger the species the more toys they can go through. They need toys rotated on a regular basis so they don't get bored...cleaning cages and all that good stuff...and as mentioned they can live for many years...in short ...they are a commitment.....
I am not trying it talk you out of it....I think everyone just wants you to be well informed. Have you ever owned a bird of your very own where you had to take care of it all the time.
Good luck but please, please , please do your homework.....talk to people who have owned the species so you can learn all you can...Ok.