Begin by identifying your reasons for wanting a pet bird. Decide on the amount of time you have, during a regular day, to attend to a new bird. Birds require supervision and they need to get out of their cage on a daily basis. The type of bird you choose should have personality traits that you can apprecaite. For instance, a very aggresive, talkative bird may not suit you well.
Some birds tend to be noisier than others.
This may be a big concern if you have neighbors close by. Some birds can be very expensive where prices soar into the thousands. Breeders are usually the best place to purchase a bird. Most bird breeders have spent much time and effort in learning about the animals they raise. They are generally very knowledgeable about their animals health and behavior requirements.