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Anonymous
Okay, /an/. I'm at a loss.
I'm saving up my money to buy a bird,
but I'm not sure what to get.
I've narrowed it down to a Sun Conure and Hahn's Macaw, although the pricing on the Macaw might be a problem.

Any other ideas on what to get? Preferably a bird that can learn to talk, and pricing lower than $550.

Pic related, it's a Sun Conure.
>> Anonymous
i like the conure. he is so pretty
>> Anonymous
Sun conures have always been assholes to me. Then again, I'm not a bird person.
>> Anonymous
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The itty bitty Macaw.
>> evil-I_r_n00b !uBtEV.LAic
lorikeets are superior.
>> Anonymous
I've had nice experiences with various macaws, but it depends on how you raise them.
>> Conure Stats Anonymous
Sun Conure Stats
Scientific Name: Aratinga solstitialis
Size: Small, up to 12 inches
Native Region: South America
Life Expectancy: up to 30 years
Noise Level: Moderate to Loud
Talk/Trick Ability: Fair
Traits: Recognized for their beautiful plumage, sun conures are also known for their vocalizing. They are intelligent, playful, and are quieter if kept as single pets. Sun conures make good pet birds for a family because of their sociable, upbeat and affectionate personality. They have an adventurous attitude and are quite active. Owners find that sun conures enjoy playing on the floor, making foot toys appropriate for these birds. They entertain themselves by playing in their water bowls or during bathtime. With the ability to pick up words and phrases, sun conures are often described as being inquisitive.
Behavior/Health Concerns: Sun Conures need plenty of entertainment and interaction. Sun conures are susceptible to feather picking and common psittacine diseases. This pet bird’s diet needs to remain varied in order to keep a healthy pet. In addition to a pellet-based diet, sun conures need fresh fruits, vegetables and whole-grains.
>> Hahn's Macaw Stats Anonymous
Scientific Name: Diopsittaca nobilis nobilis
Size: Medium, up to 12 inches
Native Region: South America
Life Expectancy: 40 years
Noise Level: Moderate
Talk/Trick Ability: Very good, one of the better talkers among the mini-macaws.
Traits: Hahn’s macaws are similar to their larger counterparts. They enjoy playing, cuddling and of course destroying toys and perches. Hahn’s macaws owners describe them as mischievous, playful, active and not overly demanding. These pet birds will be friendly to more than just one person and are usually quick learners.

Behavior/Health Concerns: Hahn’s macaws require more fat in their diet than other parrots, so provide a healthy diet consisting of pellets, fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains. They are prolific chewers and susceptible to overgrown beaks, so offer plenty of wooden and other hard toys. They are also susceptible to papillomas, proventricular dilatation disease (PDD), polyomavirus, psittacosis and vitamin-A sensitivity. Some owners notice Hahn’s macaw goes through a nippy stage, but with plenty of toys chew on and proper training, their biting habit can be stopped. Hahn’s macaws bond closely to an individual, so socialize them well in order to keep your bird friendly around a variety of people.
>> Anonymous
I've never personally met a Hahn's Macaw, but all of the Sun Conures I knew were really goofy little birds. I love their personalities.

I knew one who would lay on his back, grab a toy in each foot, and wave them around in the air. He'd do it for like.. an hour. People would always ask if he was retarded. :<
>> Anonymous
Get a caique if you want a little acrobat.

I also suggest quakers though they can be territorial, once you befriend one it will love you for life.

A lory is fine too.
>> Anonymous
I grew up with a cherry-head conure (I had to look up what kind, all I knew was that he was green with a red head). When people walked by his cage and he wanted attention, he would say, "George! (his name) Let's dance!" and start bobbing around.

I wasn't very old so I don't remember much, but I was told he was smitten with me - he'd call my name a lot and when he was out of the cage he would fly to my room. I remember that he loved the Nintendo and would walk around and pick at the wires and listen to me play. He began to imitate noises from the game Galaga and it turned into a gun game where I would duck behind things, and when I popped up, he yelled "pew pew!" One time the door was closed and he flew into it, so they had to start telling me to leave my door open because they were letting Georgey out. Very neat bird, wish he was still around or at least have some more pics of him.