Though everyone’s situation is different, caiques are generally not recommended for beginner bird owners because they are extremely energetic and needy. Similar to a toddler or puppy, caiques require constant mental stimulation and if they don’t get it, they can begin to display negative behaviors such as biting and general crankiness. They can also be aggressive by nature towards their companion birds.
Besides needing lots of attention and playtime, caiques will also require a lot of training from their owners in order to help prevent temperamental episodes, as well as to help establish a bond and good level of trust. This means that a lot of time will need to be invested into the caique bird (especially in the beginning stages) and this may be quite overwhelming for someone who has never owned a bird before.