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The ability of many parrots, parakeets, mynah birds and even the
crow to mimic the human voice and other sounds is one reason
for their popularity as pets. Training is easiest with the African
gray parrot, a 30-cm (12-in) gray bird with a short red tail. Some
say it's just mimicry but experiments have shown these birds have
cognitive abilities equal to those of porpoises and primates.
African Gray easiest to teach!
The yellow-headed parrot, related to the cockatoos, keas, lories,
macaws, and parakeets, is native to the rain forests of the Amazon Basin.
Among American parrots the best of the talking birds is the Amazon.
Yellow-headed Parrot, Amazons are great talkers!
There is probably no other tropical bird so "tropical" as a macaw.
A macaw, aside from being colorful, can also be a loyal, loving,
lifelong companion. Most of the macaw species tend to be five things,
big and loud, and loud and big, and demanding. Even the "mini-macaws"
can be loud and demanding. They are smart birds, and need attention and
toys to keep them busy. Acquiring a baby macaw is the best bet, although
a number of breeders suggested getting a weaned baby, especially if
you've never hand-fed before. Macaws are avid talkers!
Blue and Gold Macaw
The common myna is about the size of an American robin.
Its colors range from rich wine-brown on the lower breast to deep
black on the head, neck, and upper breast. It has a splash of white
on the lower edge of its wings, and its bill and legs are a bright yellow.
This myna feeds on plants, insects, and worms. It often builds its nest in
crevices of buildings. It is a noisy bird that is common about yards and
buildings. It is often seen among chickens or perched on the backs of
cattle. People have released the common myna into the wild in many
tropical Pacific islands, including Hawaii, where the bird is now abundant.
The Myna, an excellent talker and can whistle and sing as well!
Although the original breeding of the Cockatiel was done in Europe,
at present there are a larger number of Cockatiel fanciers here in the
United States. The first mutations were developed in our country, so
we can really take credit for the superior Cockatiel of today. Some
Orthinologists believe that the Cockatiel is really a Cockatoo which
in the process of evolution remained behind in size and came to look
more like a parakeet than a "true parrot." It also shows some
characteristics of the Rosella species, although in its living habits
it more strongly resembles the Cockatoo. In Australia, where these
birds are very numerous, they are found in almost the entire
continent excepting those areas very near the coast.
Cockatiel Male and Female, fairly good talkers and whistlers.
The sulfur-crested cockatoo is related to parakeets, parrots, lorikeets, and
macaws. It is distinguished from other members of the family by its brilliant
white plumage and yellow head crest.
The sulfur-crested cockatoo, not the best at talking but mimics sounds
and some short words or phrases.
You can Help!
The heavy demands of the cage-bird trade, together with loss of
habitat, have resulted in many species of parrots becoming
endangered. Thousands of parrots are brought into Europe and
North America annually, both legally and illegally, and many do not
survive the journey. In most countries the capture, export, and
import of parrots are strictly regulated, but the laws are difficult to
enforce. Ideally, only those parrots that have been bred in captivity
should be kept as pets. Please ask where your bird comes from
before you purchase.
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