On the whole, Pionus parrots tend to be quieter than other parrots. They’re not known for being the most talkative of birds, but some individual birds can gain a rather impressive vocabulary. Interestingly, their speaking voice tends to be on the raspy side, but someone who knows them well should be able to decipher what their Pionus parrot is saying.
The only thing to bear in mind is that the louder the household, the louder your Pionus will be. This goes for all parrots, but if there are lots of kids shouting, dogs barking, and a loud television blaring in the background, it can teach even the quietest of Pionus birds to be loud.
You should also be aware that your Pionus parrot will make a wheezing sound when it’s excited or scared. So if you notice your parrot wheezing, it’s nothing to be worried about. You should also be aware that the Pionus parrot can sometimes suffer from aspergillosis, which can display the same wheezing. The good news is that as you get to know your parrot more, you’ll be able to distinguish between the two.