Popular Bird Types

Some of the most popular breeds of bird chosen as pets are :Parakeets, Cockatiels, Sun Conures and African Greys

. These birds are popular because they are easier to train. If you have decided to have a bird has a pet you want to have one that can be trained and that you can inter act with. In this article I will highlight on some of the more popular breeds of birds as pets.

First, the Budgerigar or as you better know it has the Parakeet. They come in a variety of colors and do not require as much attention as some of the larger birds do. They are very smart and some can even be taught to talk. They are inexpensive to purchase and easy to feed. They are only about 8 inches in size and easy to take care of. They are the perfect pet for a small apartment or condominium. Because of their great temperament they work well for a family with children as well as seniors. Feeding them is very simple they eat seeds, pellets and should be given some fruits and vegetables. For all of the above reasons that is why Parakeets are the most popular bird as a family pet.

Second, Cockatiels are also quite popular, they usually range in size to about 12 inches in length. The male species are quite popular as they are known to be the talkers. They come in numerous color combination's and some can be quite beautiful. They do like to whistle which does make them a little noisier than other breeds. They love children and with roper care can live for 25 years.l They are not an expensive bird to maintain.

Third, another popular breed among bird fanciers are Conures. They range in size from 9 to 12 inches. They are noted for their individual personalities. They are very active and love to play. Of all of the Parrots they are considered to be one of the noisiest. They are an entertaining pet. With proper attention on a daily basis they will keep the noise down. Because of their high IQ these birds can be taught do tricks easily. Making them a very popular breed.

Lastly, there are so many wonderful breeds of birds that ake great family pets. So if you are in the market for a family pet don't just think dog or cat. A bird will be a pet that can bring your family joy and happiness for many years with little work and expense.

Author Source: Sundrie Reolie