If I Had To Choose Between A GOLDEN Conure & CAPE Parrot, Which Would I Choose?

What a fun question for me!
If you aren't familiar with me/my flock, I actually have both species, a Golden Conure - Guaruba guarouba - and a Cape Parrot - Poicephalus fuscicollis fuscicollis -
The Golden, Or Queen Of Bavaria
Wow! I've never met a parrot that was so loving and affectionate. Golden Conures are known for being the most social and engaging parrots because they tend to be gentle with all others. My Golden makes friends out of most of my other parrots, including a Cape Parrot, but he still bonds with myself, my husband and our Amazon, who loves him to pieces!
I've never seen our Golden start a fight or have issues with another parrot. He's beautiful, a great size, has a great personality and is easy to get along with and befriend. He is the only parrot I have that is more open to new people.
He can be vocal, but he's not a "noisy" parrot - by my definition. The only drawback to him? He's a velcro bird. Even though he has several close connections, he wants to be on us all the time.
Cape Parrot
Don't get me wrong, I adore my Golden Conure. I had two, but the 2nd was a rescue and he was either too sick or too old (died due to a bad liver and kidney :( ) Maybe when my Golden is older he'll be easier and a little more independent (not that he's that bad, but he can be pesky).
The Capes are a little like that too. Neither species is too loud. Their sounds aren't cacophonous or never-ending. You may be able to get away with either in an apartment, but my guess is a Cape would be safer, noise-wise.
Two of our Capes are cuddly - they curl their big heads and beaks down to be petted on their necks and chins (the bones at their lower mandibles). They are easy-going, don't get freaked out easily (a lot of parrots do) and they too are sweet. Our third wants to be with us or on us (not in a pesky way) but doesn't want to be pet.
The Capes are also known to be great talkers. They are an uncommon species, as are Golden Conures - who are not known to be talkers. My Capes are young and are starting to talk. I haven't found good info on how much they will learn to say, but they say it pretty clearly, "Good boy!" and "Hi!"
Perhaps it comes down to you and your lifestyle. Again, I adore my Golden, but his energy is a little high for me. If another Golden crossed my path and needed a home (especially an adult), I would easily give it a home. Otherwise, he has plenty of love in his life and I don't currently plan to add another.
Our Capes are just easy. I feel connected with all my parrots, and certainly with them. I feel like they go with the flow well; they don't instigate fights or problems and can defend themselves. They don't eat my kitchen cabinets (so far anyway) but they do love to play. They eat well, are the only parrot that eats walnuts, like a Macaw, and they just "fit" well. Tesla looks at me when it is time to go to bed, "I'm ready," his look says. I pet him some, bring him to his cage and he makes some sounds, but he knows the routine. He settles and eats or sleeps. Easy.
But, I don't believe you can go wrong with either species. They are amazing creatures and two species of parrots that are a privilige to share my life with.
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[@Aethuviel]

The golden reminds me a lot of my white-bellied caique, who passed away. Seems like a bundle of just joy and fun. I was so happy when I found out they don't screech like sun conures... if there's one bird sound I will never stand for, it's the sun conure screech.

[@amandaleon3824]

They are like little dental hygienist lol!! They try to really care for their people their very loving!!

[@maryballowe-hill7150]

I watch as many of your videos as I can find. Do you have one with a cape and a golden playing together? I have a 5 month old Golden and I am waiting for my Cape to be finished hand feeding.

[@ParrotBliss]

I think so- but I’d have to search my vids. Apologies, I can’t now, tied up or I would. Thank you for watching! You are getting 2 of my favorite species!

[@amandaleon3824]

Some people are really not prepared for the sensitivity of the Golden Conures. They really need a lot of attention and love. Some are not able to know how to help them not pluck themselves.

[@hikarusato5923]

I don’t know about Golden but learned a lot about them. There were two things which were the key factors for me to decide on Cape: 1- loudness 2-mellow personality. I have Green Cheeks so I wanted to experience something other than Conure families and I feel I made the right decisions. But your video helped me tremendously. Thank you

[@ParrotBliss]

You are so welcome! I love seeing pics of your Cape -- I agree, the mellow personality is what I call 'easy.' I feel like they are easy to live with and an absolute joy -- not that the Golden isn't wonderful too, but different.

[@peepsicle]

That gold color is so gorgeous! I thought sun conures were the most beautifully colored, but that gold color is just beautiful 🤩

[@ParrotBliss]

He is golden!

[@AstridKnutsen]

Hi we just purchased a golden conure and my husband has fallen in love with a cape (and the love is mutual lol). They are both the same age, hatched the beginning of May. I wanted to know if they could be housed together provided the cage is large enough. If yes, how large a cage would you recommend? We love your videos and have been watching them constantly.

[@ParrotBliss]

Just made a video for you about having a back-up cage :) Thank you for the compliment and for watching! You have to watch and make sure the get along. I would start in 2 cages until I see that they bond - this will not take away from the bond with you guys IF you spend plenty of time with them. Two of my favorite species!

[@johnahern881]

Where in Florida do you recommend a breeder for a Cape…..

[@LenSaPrinz]

Where did you bought the golden conure nice color

[@ParrotBliss]

I'm in South Florida, so they are 'easier' to find. Still, not easy... Where do you live? I recommend taking a trip to South Florida and getting one here. Of course, you'd have to arrange it ahead of time and make sure that they are available.

[@LenSaPrinz]

@@ParrotBliss I’am from Singapore I can only see yellow sided painted conure sun conure yellow conure but the golden not all pet shop have even do saw at the internet one bird shop have lose theirs golden conure. But I don’t not sure if I can buy import from others country Tks you 🙏

[@ParrotBliss]

@@LenSaPrinz Cool! I don't know how available or not Golden Conyers are in outside of the US

[@LenSaPrinz]

@@ParrotBliss It ok I try to check on line if the bird can buy from Oversea… thank you have a nice day stay safe.

[@mike4999]

Hahaha ya both our Blu Crown and Sun Conures love all of us , but if I leave the room they go crazy.I have to be within eyesight or they will scream for me

[@ParrotBliss]

Yeap, the flock has to be within screaming range!

[@InvestmentwithQQ]

How you compare noise level of Sun Conure vs Golden Conure

[@ParrotBliss]

I’ve never had a Sun, So I don’t know 🤷‍♀️

[@InvestmentwithQQ]

Thanks

[@shanarumph3345]

I just put a deposit on my baby Cape, I love your videos, I was origionally thinking of getting a cockatoo(i grew up with them) but after seeing your videos I fell in love with the Capes, I was surprised to find a Cape breeder in my State with babies and felt it was meant to be lol

[@ParrotBliss]

Awesome! You are going to love your Cape, no doubt. I have very little expperience with Cockatoos - one reason is the noise level; another is that they have high social requirements and it is hard for us, as humans, to meet them. Do you have other parrots? What state are you in? I'm always curious about where Capes can be found - I only know of FL, CA and NJ in the US. They seem pretty hard to find, so you did good! Are you getting a boy or a girl?

[@shanarumph3345]

@@ParrotBliss I'm in SC. The breeder breeds several African Parrots(congos, timnehs, meyers and capes), she has meyers babies now too, which i hope to see when i go to pick up my baby cape. I had a parrotlet for 11 years that passed unexpectedly. Its been about 2 years and i was missing having a bird, im really looking forward to it!

[@shanarumph3345]

The breeder just sent out dna, so we will find out soon if we are getting a male or female ❤

[@ParrotBliss]

@@shanarumph3345 So interesting that there is a breeder of African continent parrots in South Carolina! Keep me updated, I think you're going to love your Cape!

[@chanalmejo2201]

Does he get along with the caiques

[@ParrotBliss]

The Golden Conure? YES! Gets along with just about any bird or person. Great species!

[@sandraallievi3694]

My golden parrots feathers are fraying or shredding. I have tried everything I could find. Do you have any advice? I could send you a pix. I would appreciate any help or suggestions.

[@ParrotBliss]

Send a pic either through Facebook or Instagram

[@sort2222]

Do you sell Parrots in Florida?

[@ParrotBliss]

Sometimes- I have a baby Crimson-bellied Conure available and a Linnie right now

[@sort2222]

@@ParrotBliss Thanks for your prompt response. I enjoy your videos, God bless your family, pet's and your wonderful Persona.

[@CrownedForCreation]

This is super helpful! We have a female cape and she’s become more of a one person bird and is good with my daughter and wife. We also have a Hybrid macaw and she’s the opposite. I’ve been debating a few options and have looked at the Golden Conure, Patagonian Conure, and then a few different cockatoos. Those being Major Mitchells(I’ve heard if you get them young and do lots of work with them they can be great) then Rose breasted, umbrellas and Elanoras. Unfortunately it’s hard to find them all in one spot to see what fits. Off of those do you have any recommendations for a bird that is very cuddly, good with multiple people? Thanks for this video too! It helped with knowing capes can be one person birds. I was devastated when she started leaning toward my wife haha

[@wendygonzales4622]

Hello, I love your Golden Conure. Where might I get one? Have not been successful with my search.