Pet Birds That Talk - 5 Kinds of Birds That Can Learn to Talk

The fact that birds can learn to speak our language is truly amazing. But there it is--some of them can. Here are 5 types of birds that can learn to speak. Their abilities vary from learning a few words to being able to use them in the proper context. Read on and pick your favorite.
African Grey---This parrot has, without doubt, the most potential to become a fluent speaker by learning a big vocabulary and understanding how to use the words in their proper context. There are some that begin to speak at an early age, but for many, speech is delayed until they are one or even two years old. Most are blessed with intelligence equivalent to that of a 5-year old, and can accurately mimic sounds that they hear in the home or office. With proper care they have a life span of at least 30 and many times 50 years or more.
Amazons-There are many different species, most of which have the ability to speak. They pick up words fairly easily but demand a lot of attention from their owners. They also have the tendency to become aggressive in adulthood if not properly trained by an experienced owner when they are young.
Macaws-These spectacularly colorful birds are what most of us imagine when we think of parrots--and with good reason. They have entertained us in movies like 102 Dalmatians and Rio. Their speech is not as articulate and it is often harder to understand, but they probably think the same thing about people. They are also great at learning and demonstrating new tricks.
Conures---While this is a smaller bird, it makes a big sound and can become great speakers with positive and consistent training. They are active and can be unexpectedly loud for their size. This may not be the best pick if you live in an apartment and your neighbors would be able to hear it.
Cockatoos---Their elegant appearance is what usually draws people to this bird. But they are also known for the above average ability to use words and phrases. They also have an uncanny ability to imitate household sounds such as doorbells, and flushing toilets. They are quite social and need a fair amount of their owner's time to thrive.
Even though a large percentage of the birds mentioned above speak, abilities vary from one bird to the next. If you will be heartbroken if your bird does not speak, rather than take these generalizations, you should wait until you hear the bird speak before making a decision.
If you want to take a chance and adopt a bird from the very early stages, then choosing from list will increase your chances of having a bird that will talk, and hopefully, its ability to talk will not be your only reason for choosing the bird. But with careful research, love, and care, you can have a great relationship with your bird whether it talks or not.