It is amazing how there are types of parrots that can actually ‘talk’ like humans do. These talking parrots can echo human speech which is why they are unique to other bird species. And most of the time, these birds are charming, engaging, and simply amazing. This is why they’ve been loved for generations. If you want to get a talking bird, then here are the most common species and what you need to learn about them.
African Gray Parrots
Out of the many bird species, the African gray is superior when it comes to intelligence and talking ability. When compared to other species of talking parrots, it may take a young African gray parrot about a year after it has been born before it begins to vocalize or mimic sounds for the very first time. However, they will need constant human interaction in order for them to learn.
Amazon Parrots
Amazon parrots are just some of the best when it comes to their abilities to imitate human voices. They are active and full of attitude. Many Amazon parrots can talk and whistle. There are also others that are great at speaking even the most complex words. This bird species is better than the African gray parrot when it comes to its speaking abilities. Even though they can be tamed, Amazons are still wild birds.
Cockatoos
These birds are some of the best talkers out of the many parrot breeds. Despite the fact that not all of the cockatoos are able to speak, they are extremely loud. Their ability to communicate is average but when they do, they are ready to give their owners an earful. They are loud and known for their screaming and ranting attitudes.
Macaws
Macaws are a very social and highly intellectual bird species. However, they can also be loud and sometimes, destructive. Generally, macaws are fun to play with but remember that this type of parrot is not for everyone. But with proper training and once they learn how to behave, macaws make great pets too.
Quaker Parrots
Depending on how they’re feeling at the time, these smart, funny, and sassy birds can be your friend or your enemy. They are very moody and sometimes, first-time owners are not able to decide if they will be friendly or not. And if they’re in the mood, they can talk for hours. And if they feel friendly at some point, they like to be held and petted. With the right training, they can become great shoulder birds.
These are just some of the many parrot species that can mimic voices and sounds. So if you want to own one, make sure that you get to know about the species first. You can read more articles and guides online to prepare yourself for this kind of responsibility.