An Introduction and Overview of all the African Species incuding the African Greys, the Poicephalus, and Love Birds - by Jean Pattison.
What are the differences in the Poicephalus species. Jean Pattison writes about one of the most often asked questions
Is a Poicephalus For You? By Jean Pattison
Top Ten Reasons Why Poicephalus Make Great Pets……………..
10. Poicephalus will eat a variety of foods with little coaxing. 9. Cage cost is usually less than the cost of the bird. 8. Most all talk to some degree, with some attaining huge vocabularies. 7. They are smart, can learn some tricks and they learn their people well too. 6. Poicephalus are playful and can entertain themselves for hours on end. 5. The noise level is quite low, and makes them enjoyable additions to a quiet family, but they fit into a noisy family too. 4. The DO NOT need a “friend” to keep them company, which makes them ideal for a person wanting an “only” bird. 3. They are loyal to their families and expect the same in return. 2. Price is from $500.00 to about $2,000.00, so they are available in all budget sizes too.
And the number 1 reason Poicephalus Make Great Pets is:
1. A real parrot in a small size. For those wanting a small parrot a Poicephalus is perfect, and for those people wanting something larger, the un-cape is about the size of a small African grey. Some extras…………..in case you want to switch a few. 11. There is a temperament to suit most everyone’s personality. 12. Their expected life-span can be over 30 years.