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Which bird does Merck call suitable for apartment living because it is usually not loud?

The budgie, a common beginner bird.

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  1. Macaw
  2. Budgie ✔
  3. Sun conure

Why: Merck says budgies suit apartments because they are not usually loud, and they can learn to talk. Macaws and big conures have very loud screams.

Huh, didn't know that: Merck also lists canaries as suitable for most apartments.

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What do budgies watch on TV? The feather forecast.
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Answer: Budgie. Merck says budgies suit apartments because they are not usually loud, and they can learn to talk. Macaws and big conures have very loud screams.

  1. Merck Vet Manual: Choosing a Pet Bird www.merckvetmanual.com/bird-owners/choosing-and-taking-care-of-a-pet-bird/choosing-a-pet-bird
    Suitable for apartment living because they're not usually loud. Can learn to talk.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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