Lovebird or cockatiel?

Question

hi i just want to know wheather you would recommend buying either a lovebird or a cockatiel.

I would preferably like to know which is more playful? and which is easier to manage. any other info would be very much appreciated

Answer 1

I've heard that love bird can somtimes be very mean, so a cockatiel.  My sister has one. :)

Answer 2

lovebirds can be a little harder to bond with, they are more indipendent than cockatiels and some just want their space, a tiel on the other hand can be a little louder but will most likey bond better  they are both great birds tho, so thats a tough one!  check out http://www.parrotcentral.net/companion_p... for good parrot comparison

Answer 3

Beware, cockateils can be very noisy.  But in their defence, they are extremely intelligent, playful, they mimic very well and can be fun to have if they are looked after properly.  

I don't know enough about Lovebirds to be able to say anything about them.  Although they can be fairly noisy too.  I have heard they need to be kept in pairs too, as they are very social, but I'm not sure if that's myth or not, so don't quote me there.

Hope this helps.  :)