Quaker Parrots Are the Best Birds for Pets

Quaker Parrots are tough and smart little birds. They have the ability to learn words and are often listed in the best talkers of the parrot world. They are also the smallest bird to make this list. I will not say they are the best pets for all situations or people but if a bird is something you are looking for, you should make these little guys one of your first to check out.

Quakers can can be housed in cages that work well for conures, miniature macaws, or cockateils. If you are keeping more than one together it would be best to have a flight cage. It is best to get a hand fed baby since they adapt and bond with people much easier. Once you have the bird at home you will find he will most likely enjoy lots of time away from his cage. They can begin learning words as young as 8 weeks but 4 months is more likely. If you want the bird to be close to you and your family your best bet is to have only one bird per cage. They will bond more with you when they are caged alone

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You can expect to have your little friend for up to 30 years or more so be prepared. You can feed them a mixture of medium parrot sead mixes, fresh veggies, and prepared parrot pellets. I feed mine a little too much human food but he is a good beggar. Most of the quakers I have met are not overly fond of kids. They will learn to tolerate the ones in your family but will most likely not let the little ones pick them up
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Not much else I can say except to stress the personality these little birds have. My little guy blows kisses, calls you to his cage, reminds you how good he is, and gets into everything my girlfriend leaves out. I hope you remember that these guys are very interactive and enjoy the time they spend with you.