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Birds make for good pets. They require less immediate care than cats or dogs. They are inexpensive to feed, social and affectionate. And, they don't require large habitats. They are also relatively easier to train.

Given proper training and socialization, birds can be every bit as loving and affectionate as a cat or dog. Some pet birds are inseparable from their owners.
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A small green and yellow parrot, with black barring above, and a small patch of blue on the cheek. Budgerigars have tetrachromatic color vision, although all four classes of cone cells will not operate simultaneously unless under sunlight or a UV lamp. They are the third most popular pet in the world, after the domesticated dog and cat.

A small parrot that has grey plumage with prominent white flashes on the outer edges of each wing. They have also learned to imitate certain human or environmental sounds without being taught how to do so. The cockatiel's distinctive erectile crest expresses the animal's emotional state. They feature a round orange area on both ears, often referred to as "cheddar cheeks".

If you prefer a large pet bird that is friendly and affectionate, a cockatoo can be a great choice. These beautiful birds bond very strongly with their caretakers and prefer to be with them as often as possible. It is imperative that you have plenty of time to spend socializing with your bird. Cockatoos can become depressed if they aren't given enough attention and might resort to feather plucking or other destructive behaviors.

Known as "gentle giants," hyacinth macaws are the largest of all parrots. And as sociable and friendly birds, they love nothing more than to spend time playing and cuddling with their owners. Due to their size, it can be difficult for most people to provide proper housing for these birds. But those who are able to meet their needs are rewarded with an incredible relationship with their feathered friend.

Lovebirds are social and affectionate small parrot. Their name comes from parrot’s strong monogamous pair bonding long period of spending sitting and grooming each other. Lovebirds are the smallest species of parrot with a length of just 13 to 17cm and weight only 40 to 60 grams, stocky built, short tail and large sharp beak.

You might not immediately think of a dove as a friendly pet bird, but domesticated, hand-fed doves are known to be extremely sweet and gentle. These birds rarely bite, and even people with limited bird experience generally find it easy to train and bond with doves. They enjoy their caretakers' companionship but usually won’t be overly demanding of attention.

Spunky and relatively easy to care for, parrotlets are known for having personalities much larger than their tiny bodies. Those considering parrotlets must have plenty of time to play and socialize with their pets, as these birds can become a little wild without regular handling. But people who interact with their parrotlets every day are usually able to form strong bonds with these comical little birds.

Hailing from South America, green-cheeked conures thrive on spending time socializing with their caretakers. By nature, they are intelligent, playful, and slightly mischievous birds. But compared to other conure species, they tend to be quieter and more easygoing. They usually don’t learn to talk, but their charming personalities are more than enough to make them entertaining and engaging companions.

Also native to South America, Hahn’s macaws are the smallest macaws. But they pack a lot of personality into their compact bodies. They are intelligent and playful birds that tend to be gentle when properly socialized and handled. These macaws prefer to spend as much time interacting with their caretakers as possible and might become depressed if they feel ignored. They also can be rather noisy, though some do learn to talk quite well.