How to Choose an Amazon Parrot
To choose an Amazon parrot, go with a blue-fronted Amazon if you want a talkative parrot that's easy to teach new words and songs to. However, if you live in an apartment or have roommates, a blue-fronted Amazon might not be the best choice since they can be really loud. Alternatively, you might want to go with an orange-winged Amazon if you have children since they're generally friendly and great around kids. Or, if you'd prefer a smaller parrot, consider getting a white-fronted Amazon. Whichever kind of parrot you decide to go with, try to get one that's a few months to 1 year old since it will be easier to tame and train than an older parrot.
Get a blue-fronted Amazon if you want a talkative bird. Blue-fronted Amazons have a distinct blue band around their beaks and are known for their ability to pick up words. They are excellent talkers and can easily be taught how to talk and sing by their owner. They can be noisy birds because of their strong vocal abilities. So they may be best if you live at home alone and do not mind noise. If you live in an apartment, particularly one with strict noise rules, an Amazon parrot may not be the best choice for you. Go for a yellow-naped Amazon if you are an experienced bird owner. This species has bright yellow coloring on its nape and are good talkers. But they can be moody and emotionally needy. They require an experienced, firm owner to thrive. This species is a good option if you have had owned parrots before and are comfortable being a disciplined bird owner. Get an orange-winged Amazon if you have children at home. This species has orange coloring on its wings. They are known to be friendly around children and are best if there are little ones in your home. Though this species are known to be good with children, you should never leave the bird with children unattended, especially when you first bring it home. Try a white-fronted Amazon if you’d prefer a smaller bird. This is the smallest Amazon species kept as a pet in North America. Male white-fronted Amazons have a red patch on their wings and females have a white patch on their wings. They are known to enjoy being pet and are very friendly birds. Get a young Amazon parrot. Young Amazon parrots are easier to tame and train. Look for Amazon parrots that are a few months to one year old. They will be more adaptable to new environments and can be trained to be calm, well-adjusted pets. Getting an older parrot is a viable option, especially if you are adopting a parrot. However, older birds can be more of a challenge to tame. Look for a parrot that is energetic and friendly. When you are choosing a parrot, check that they appear full of energy. They should move around, hop, and bob. They may come up to you or crane their necks to stare at you as a friendly gesture. You can also try talking to the parrot to see if it responds by looking at you or by making noises. This will show that it is engaged with you and likes being around people. Examine the parrot for any wounds, sores, or cuts. Make sure the parrot does not have any damage to its skin. Examine it up close from top to bottom to ensure its skin is healthy and free of disease or parasites. You should also check its beak and feet to make sure they are free of wounds, sores, or cuts. Check its legs to make sure they don't have any crusts or scaly areas. Check that the parrot’s feathers look healthy and full. The parrot's feathers should be clean and shiny. They should look full and even, with no patches or stunted feathers. The feathers around the parrot's eyes should also be clean and shiny. Look closely at the parrot’s nose and eyes. Make sure your parrot doesn't have any discharge coming from their nose or eyes. This could be a sign of a respiratory illness. Find a reputable breeder. Start by looking for breeders online and in your local paper. Then, ask your local avian veterinarian and other parrot owners if the breeders you've found are known to raise healthy birds. The breeder should also have good contact information and testimonials online that vouch for them. Finally, make sure the breeder specializes in parrots and has worked with parrots before. If you have friends or family who already own an Amazon parrot, ask them to recommend a breeder to you. Visit the breeder’s aviary for a few hours. Observe the birds to see if they're energetic and healthy. Make sure the environment is clean and provides the birds with lots of room to exercise, eat, perch and rest. Check that food and water sources, as well as waste receptacles, are clean and well-maintained. Get a parrot that was hand-raised. A hand-raised parrot has been hand fed by its breeder. Hand-raised parrots are often healthier and have a longer lifespan. Speak to the breeder about getting a hand-raised Amazon parrot when you buy from them. Avoid buying from a pet store. You can find certain species of Amazon parrots at your local pet store, but always buy from pet stores with caution. Pet store animals may have received poor care or no care at all. They may be malnourished or diseased. It is usually better to buy a parrot from a breeder than from the pet store. If you do decide to buy the bird from the pet store, ask to see the parrot's purchasing records and double-check that the vendors are reliable breeders. Ask for a health guarantee before you buy a parrot from a pet store. At the very least, get as much information as you can about the parrot's medical history. Check that the bird is energetic and friendly before you buy it. 
Get a blue-fronted Amazon if you want a talkative bird. Go for a yellow-naped Amazon if you are an experienced bird owner. Get an orange-winged Amazon if you have children at home. Try a white-fronted Amazon if you’d prefer a smaller bird. Get a young Amazon parrot. Look for a parrot that is energetic and friendly. Examine the parrot for any wounds, sores, or cuts. Check that the parrot’s feathers look healthy and full. Look closely at the parrot’s nose and eyes. Find a reputable breeder. Visit the breeder’s aviary for a few hours. Get a parrot that was hand-raised. Avoid buying from a pet store. 