Size

Energy

Shedding

Breed & nickname	Temperament sketch	Size	Energy	Shedding	Family fit	Care & enrichment	Health watch
BudgerigarWhistling roommate	Social chatterbox that bonds closely and enjoys mimicking short phrases.	Small	Moderate	Low	Great for apartments that can offer daily interaction, gentle handling, and supervised flight time.	Ladder climbs, foraging trays, and calm recall practice in a bird-safe room.	Needs a varied diet beyond seeds; monitor weight, beak length, and exposure to kitchen fumes.
CockatielCrest-heart co-pilot	Affectionate whistler that mirrors household moods and leans into head scratches.	Small	Moderate	Moderate	Good with respectful kids; prefers predictable evenings near family activity without loud surprises.	Shoulder time, flight recalls, chew-friendly perches, and soft whistling duets.	Feather dust can bother sensitive people; keep nails trimmed and avoid nonstick fumes.
LovebirdPocket acrobat	Curious climber that shreds toys and trains eagerly with short, upbeat sessions.	Small	High	Low	Suits active households that supervise pair-bonding, offer chew outlets, and rotate perches.	Rope gyms, target training twice daily, and plenty of paper to destroy.	Provide leafy greens and fiber; watch for hormonal nesting or territorial guarding.
CanaryMorning soloist	Calm singer happiest observing from a distance; prefers minimal handling.	Small	Moderate	Low	Ideal for families wanting a soothing presence with light care and quiet nights.	Multi-perch flights inside the cage plus occasional supervised room glide time.	Sensitive to fumes and drafts; ensure balanced diet with greens and safe sunlight access.
African Grey ParrotSilver storyteller	Thoughtful mimic that studies routines and forms deep bonds with a few people.	Medium	Moderate	Moderate	Fits patient homes that provide daily puzzles, steady schedules, and calm reassurance.	Foraging boxes, voice games, wing stretches on play stands, and supervised flight.	Needs calcium and vitamin A sources; monitor for feather-plucking when understimulated.
Blue-and-gold MacawSunset wingmate	Bold comedian that loves loud calls, acrobatics, and structured training time.	Large	High	Moderate	Best for spacious homes comfortable with volume, big beaks, and consistent social time.	Harness walks, heavy-duty chew toys, climbing rotations, and vocal cue practice.	Needs durable perches and regular vet checks; watch for beak-and-feather disease or obesity.
Green-cheeked ConureEmber-tailed cuddlebug	Playful and comparatively quiet for a conure, enjoys shoulder time and gentle wrestling.	Small	Moderate	Low	Fits attentive homes that schedule daily training, clear boundaries, and safe flight time.	Foraging wheels, recall flights in a bird-proofed room, and rotations of soft balsa toys.	Needs vegetables alongside pellets; limit fatty seeds to prevent liver strain and obesity.
Sun ConureSunburst alarm clock	Bright, affectionate, and vocal; expects to announce arrivals and share play loudly.	Medium	High	Moderate	Best for households comfortable with piercing calls and willing to provide daily interactive play.	Harness walks for sunlight, vertical climbing gyms, and flight recalls to hand or perch.	Keep to a balanced diet with palm fruits and veggies; avoid smoke or aerosol exposure.
Pacific ParrotletPocket captain	Bold despite tiny size, quick to explore, and bonds closely with consistent handlers.	Small	High	Low	Suits single-bird homes that set firm but gentle limits and offer daily short training bursts.	Flight sprints, target training micro-sessions, and grass weaves or palm strips for shredding.	Prone to weight gain on seed-heavy diets; avoid overcrowding to reduce territorial nips.
Indian Ringneck ParakeetCurious caller	Smart and independent; can become bluffing or nippy without routine socialization and training.	Medium	High	Low	Works for experienced keepers who offer roomy housing, voice enrichment, and calm handling habits.	Long perch ladders, flight recalls, and talking sessions paired with foraging puzzles.	Needs iodine and fresh produce; monitor tail feathers for wear in tight cages.
Zebra FinchSoft beeper	Gentle, active in pairs or flocks, and prefers minimal handling while chirping softly.	Small	Moderate	Low	Ideal for people wanting a low-handling companion that thrives with steady care and aviary space.	Wide flight cages with horizontal space, millet foraging stations, and varied perch diameters.	Provide cuttlebone and greens; avoid drafts and sudden temperature shifts.
Blue-headed PionusCalm mountain breeze	Steady and mild-voiced, may hiss when unsure but generally affectionate with patient care.	Medium	Moderate	Low	Suits condos wanting a quieter medium parrot with daily interaction and gentle structure.	Climbing nets, slow foraging puzzles, and wing stretches on sturdy play stands.	Monitor vitamin A intake with leafy greens; sensitive to poor air quality and cigarette smoke.
Umbrella CockatooVelcro cloud	Deeply affectionate and attention-seeking; loud contact calls and strong need for daily engagement.	Large	High	Heavy	Only for experienced homes providing several hours of supervised time, chew outlets, and consistent routines.	Branch-destroying logs, recall flights, bathing routines to manage dander, and heavy foraging toys.	Produces significant powder down; watch for feather-destructive behavior when understimulated.
Eclectus ParrotEmerald foodie	Observant and steady, often prefer calm contact and clear routines over roughhousing.	Medium	Moderate	Low	Good for patient adults who can prep fresh produce daily and respect their deliberate pace.	Foraging skewers, flight training in safe rooms, and puzzle feeders rotated weekly.	Requires high-fiber, low-fat diets rich in vegetables; avoid excess vitamin supplements that can cause toe-tapping.