8 Top Red Birds to Keep as Pets

Scarlet Macaw

Scarlet macaws, native to South America, grow to 35 inches long. They require a large cage and space to play outside. Red parrots are smart and energetic, demanding regular mental and physical training.

Red-and-Green Macaw

Red-and-green macaws are mostly red, despite their name. These enormous South American birds demand specific care that not everyone can provide. Meet a local rescue bird to get a sense of their personality and needs.

Female Eclectus

The eclectus is dimorphic, thus its feather colors reveal its sex. Males are brilliant green, while females are crimson with blue bellies. Australia-born Eclectus parrots are kind.

Crimson Rosella

Few red parrots are as brightly colored as the crimson rosella. Taming these medium-sized parrots is difficult and requires plenty of handling to keep them friendly.

Canary (Red Factor)

Canaries are usually yellow, but selective breeding has created red birds. Due to their size and difficulty to train, these creatures are usually left alone. Since that's their only exercise, they should reside in a huge enclosure.

African Grey

Canaries are usually yellow, but selective breeding has created red birds. Due to their size and difficulty to train, these creatures are usually left alone. Since that's their only exercise, they should reside in a huge enclosure.

Rose-Breasted Cockatoo

Rose-breasted cockatoos are pinker than red, yet they're still beautiful. These birds, known as galah in Aboriginal Australia, are loving with their caregivers. But being sociable birds, they need plenty of attention.

Cherry-Headed Conure

Though green, the cherry-headed conure is known for its brilliant red mask. One of the most vocal conures, these birds are hard to manage in flats with neighbors. They like attention and need a dedicated caregiver to exercise them mentally and physically.