Birds make good pets for some people, but not all birds are considered “pet worthy.” There is said to be about 18,000 breeds of birds, but that doesn’t mean you can just pick one out of the 18,000 to buy. This is because many birds can get a bacterial infection that can be fatal in some cases to humans. Also, many exotic birds are only supposed to live in certain countries or special facilities provided to keep them safe from extinction.
Another thing to take into consideration is that some birds are allergic to pollen, molds, foods, cleaning supplies, or other products. It is difficult to test for these allergies in a traditional way, like tests given to dogs and humans, but instead are identified as allergic based on the symptoms and responses of the bird.

It is also possible for humans to be allergic to birds, so not every human will find birds to be compatible pets.
While these reasons might make bird ownership a hindrance, there are some benefits to having a bird outweigh the drawbacks. The everyday costs of having a bird, for instance, are very low, but the cages can be expensive. The cage needs to be a good fit for the bird, so the bird will have enough room to fly around for short stretches. A good cage can cost $400 or more, and it might be necessary to get a travel box and toys, too. The things you need to but before getting a bird are a cage, bird bath, stainless steel bowls, swings, rings, cotton or hemp ropes, and different sized perches for the bird to stand on.
You can keep a bird in good health by giving them the proper exercise and diet, while taking them to regular check-ups by a professional vet. The average monthly cost for a bird, though, is only around $50, which includes food, treats and vet visits.
Birds are good pets, but they aren’t suitable for cuddling. They can be noisy and messy, nibble furniture, and need time for daily exercise outside of the cage in the proper environment. Birds also suffer from boredom and loneliness, which can cause them to become aggressive, neurotic, and self-destructive. This will cause them into “pulling out their own feathers, mutilate their skin, incessantly bob their heads, pace back and forth, peck over and over again at cage bars, and shake or even collapse from anxiety,” according to PETA.
Among the many benefits of having birds is that they don’t need to be taken out for a walk, they can cheer you up by the chirpings, they could comfort you when you are worried or alone, lower your stress, and keep you sharp. It has also been proven that birds have the ability to develop an emotional bond with certain people! While birds may not be the ideal pet for everyone, they are the ideal pet for some people and a commitment, whether for the lifespan of a small bird (finches live about four – seven years) or a larger bird (parrots live for 50 years or more).

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https://www.onegreenplanet.org/animalsandnature/the-truth-about-the-exotic-bird-trade-will-make-you-rethink-buying-a-parrot-in-the-pet-shop/
https://www.animalfunfacts.net/pets/birds/724-pet-birds-pros-and-cons.html
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https://medium.com/@wearepetsabs/the-pros-and-cons-of-getting-a-pet-bird-d423ab0e17da