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Finch Species: Hundreds of species make up the general category of small (2 to 4 inches long) passerines called finches. More >>

Fischer's Lovebird: Fischer’s lovebirds are known for their gentle manner, but are packed with energy. They appreciate new toys as well as playtime with owners. The Fischer’s lovebird does well whether it is raised individually as a pet bird, in a pair or in a colony for an aviary. More >>

Golden-Mantled Rosella: One of the most popular species of rosella, the golden-mantled rosella is gentle and affectionate. They are traditionally aviary birds, but with the proper training and interaction, they make great pets. More >>

Goldie's Lorikeet: The Goldie’s lorikeet has a calm demeanor, which makes it less high-maintenance than other lories. Goldie’s lorikeets make good pet birds because they are calm and content with staying perched where they remain less hyper than other lory species. More >>

Gouldian Finch: Gouldian finches often develop a strong bond with their owner and are known for their loyalty. However, the Goundian finch also craves time with other birds. Gouldian finch owners notice these pet birds are intelligent and constantly watching the actions of their caretakers. More >>

Grand Eclectus: The grand Eclectus may take more time to warm up to its owner, so be patient and provide interaction to challenge this intelligent bird. As young birds, the grand Eclectus parrots are more affectionate and their dependent on their owners. More >>

Greater Indian Hill Mynah: Mynahs are sociable and enjoy positive interaction on a daily basis. They’re also quite active. Mynahs have a captivating personality and often cock their heads when mimicking human voices. They are also curious, playful and inquisitive, and they are constantly moving around their cage. More >>

Green-Cheeked Amazon: The brightly colored green-cheeked Amazons' engaging attitude and affectionate personalities make them good family pets. These Amazons like human interaction, and they also do well interacting with other pet birds. More >>

Green-Cheeked Conure: A green-cheeked conure’s comical and affectionate nature has made it a popular pet bird, but it can be shier than other conures. Although they are less inclined to gnawing or chewing than most conures, green-cheeked conures still enjoy chewing. More >>

Green-Rumped Parrotlet: While parrotlets are active and clownish, green-rumped parrotlet are little more reserved than other parrotlets and may need additional socialization. Similar in personality to Amazon parrots, green-rumped parrotlets are intelligent and affectionate pet birds. More >>

Green-Winged Macaw: More outgoing than some of the other macaws, a green-winged macaw can make an affectionate pet. They are also considered more intelligent of the species. More >>

Grey-Cheeked Parakeet: Outgoing, but quiet, the grey-cheeked parakeet is a charmer and ideal for apartment dwellers. This pet bird is the most popular species in the Brotogeris genus. More >>

Hahn's Macaw: Hahn’s macaws are similar to their larger counterparts. They enjoy playing, cuddling and of course destroying toys and perches. Hahn’s macaws owners describe them as mischievous, playful, active and not overly demanding. More >>

Hawk-Headed Parrot Species: This South American looker immediately grabs your eye when its blue-tinged, crimson crest rises over its silver-grey face. But they’re not just about looks. More >>

Hawk-Headed Parrot: Hawk-headed parrots are playful and will hang upside down, roll around and shriek or giggle for attention. The hawk-headed parrots closely bond with their owners, but beware of their high energy and excitable nature. Owners should refrain from over stimulating hawk heads while playing. More >>

Hyacinth Macaw: These big, beautiful birds love to cuddle, but also need playtime on their own. While hyacinth macaws are playful, loving and sweet pet birds, they can also be demanding and headstrong. More >>

Illiger's Macaw: Illiger’s macaws are playful and intelligent, which can get them into a fair share of trouble. In addition to a wide array of activities to keep them busy, this pet parrot needs positive reinforcement for engaging in those activities. More >>

Indian Ring-Necked Parakeet: The most popular and widely kept of the Psittacula species, the Indian ring-necked parakeet is not known for its affectionate manner. Indian ring-necked parakeets can make excellent companions if owners handle, interact, play and talk to them daily. More >>

Jardine's Parrot: Jardine’s parrots are quite acrobatic and enjoy entertaining their owners with newly devised tricks. They’re also highly intelligent and benefit from frequent interaction with their humans. More >>

Java Hill Mynah: Mynahs are sociable and enjoy positive interaction on a daily basis. They’re also quite active. Mynahs have a captivating personality and often cock their heads when mimicking human voices. They are also curious, playful and inquisitive, and they are constantly moving around their cage. More >>

Jenday Conure: Jenday conures are generally easy-going and enjoy learning new tricks as well as cuddling. Owners like this pet bird for its laid-back, friendly attitude. Jenday conures like to playfully dangle from their cages and lay on their backs. More >>