Pssssh, Cockatiels aren't boring, they are popular for a reason! They are wonderful birds, not generally loud, can usually be cuddly, if you want to get the bird a friend one day it will still keep it's bond to you. Cockatiels are awsome!
Conures are very clingy I've heard when they're hand-fed.. plus they can be super loud. I wouldn't suggest a Lovebird or a Parrotlet as a first time bird as they can be bossy and nippy and mean if not given attention all the time.
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