How can i tell what type of cockatiel i have ?
Hi there is there a way i can send a picture of my Cockatiel and will you be able to tell me the sex and type of bird i have thanks chris
DNA test
Do DNA test work all the time? Because I have a cockatiel and I don’t know its gender.
Bird
My 20 year old cockatiel seems to be in a constant molt. He has lots of feathers with their sheaths still in tact on his tail. This has been going on for a few months. He lets me preen him some as it must be irrating to him. He is not as active as he […]
Getting a friend for my cockatiel
Hi, i have a female bird who is about 6yrs old,i was wondering if i should get her a friend,if not another cockatiel,maybe a budgie.I would keep them in separate cages and maybe introduce them slowly when they are out on top of their cage. If after some time maybe then co-habitate them,what do you […]
Fruits
Can i give some apple to my one month old baby coketiel?
Biting its feet
Is it normal for a 4 week old coketiel toe nibble its feet he stil is being hand fed but has began to eat little seeds i am a little woried
Does my cockatiel need a friend/mate?
I’ve had my female cockatiel for 3 or 4 years now. I used to give her lots and lots of attention. We just recently had a baby and she hasn’t gotten as much attention as she once did. She will get the attention once again when the baby grows and eventually he will be the […]
cockatiel lethargic and on cage floor
hi.our bird is now 20 years old for the last day she has been sitting in the corner of her cage on the floor and seems to have impaired balance.she is very lethargic.am wondering if she may be dying or is this just old age
Shuffles
My daughter was given a young cockatiel (12 weeks old) a little over a week ago. The bird cannot grip well and he shuffles when he walks. He sits on low perches at times but prefers the bottom of the cage, where he then leans back on his knees. I am just wondering if you […]
Hand fed birds
Hi, I want a cockatiel but I don’t know the difference between a hand fed bird and one that isn’t.
Is my bird eating enough?
I am currently using your new pellet berries for my young (4 month old) cockatiel. He has refused any pellets, but loves the regular nutiberries and avicakes. At first I was thrilled to see how enthusiastically he ate the pelletberries, and had to refill his bowl twice a day. He seemed to be eating 10/15 […]
Male cockatiel sometimes panics in the cage while female is inside nesting box incubating eggs
Hello. I have a pair of cockatiels of which female is hand tamed..pair bonded so we never interacted with her afterwards and now since last 3 days they were going to the box ..i checked and they have an egg. They are incubating but i am worried about their two behaviours. 1. I sometimes hear […]
Teil’ Trouble
Recently my bird has started having brown poo is it a sign of sickness or is it normal
baby 2 month old teil died in seed dish
what could be some causes
Bird’s Trust
I just got a bird and I have had her for 2 days. I had to move her to another cage and she got mad and squealed. She was ok after a few minutes and I talked to her and she started playing. (Btw she is 3 months old and I got her from a […]
biting
my cocatiel is probably 10 years old he started biting his chest to were it is red smelling and he had it bleeding what is wrong and he only eats seed what else can I feed him for nutrients
Cockatiel nestbox
Hello, i have 1 pair of cocktail. I have a huge problem and i can’t get my answer anywhere. So, i have a tame male cocktail and wild female. Male have very friendly nature. And doesn’t bite no matter what situation is. But when i attached a nestbox the case is different. He became so […]
Food
Can my cockatiel have homemade molasses oatmeal bread
Cockatiel with 3 toes
I bought two cockatiel parrots male and female. They har hand tammed and their age is approx 3.5 to 4 months. I have noticed that the male has only 3 toes and female has 4 . Is there any problem for male as I search that cockatiel has 4 toes. Plz help…
Cockatiel
Hi, i just barely got a cockatil, my first bird ever, and its been about 2 days, ive reached in the cage a few times to add new things amd what not but im trying to get her to perch on my hand and get her out of the cage, shes still super aggressive amd […]
Eating plants
Hello, My cockatiel is 6 months old. He always sits on my plants and eat on the leaves. What van i do?
Cockatiel molting
Hi there My cockatiel is 4 months old, and is looking like she is going through a molt. However, she has not lost any flight feathers, only losing body and crest feathers. Isn’t 4 months too young to be going through the first molt? I’m finding around 20 body feathers per day at the moment. […]
feather picking
my cockatiel is 2.5 years old and for a while he is feather picking. he is plucking his chest and back feather in front of me. He’s doing it way too often. I cant stop him or distract him he doesnt care about his toys anymore and he is too aggresive to me even though […]
At what year can I breed my cockatiel
I have ome Male and female there about 4-6 months old
My cockatiel is sitting in the food bowl
Hi, my cockatiel is a male one year old and a happy one. But for the last 5 days he is sitting in his food bowl and making skreechy sounds. I would like to know the reason behind this kind of behavior
No babies
My cockatiel lays eggs but babies don’t come out
My cockatiel
Why does my cockatiel don’t play with his toy. He only plays with the mirror.
Friends?
I’ve heard that you shouldn’t have two different birds in the same house, but I’ve also heard that cockatiels and conures can get along, is this true?
Breeding birds
Good evening. I am new to breeding with conures and want to ask you if you can give me some advice. Their cage is set outside and is 2.5m long,1.3m wide and 2m high. How many breeding pair conures can i put in the cage? I also want to know if you can breed budgies […]
Perch diameter sizes for a Cockatiel
Hi, I find conflicting reports on the internet about the minimum and maximum sizes (diameters) for perches for Cockatiels. I know every birds’ feet is unique in size (just like people’s)and on your website it shows pictures of what is too big or too small and just right, but could you give me some approximate […]
Lonely cockatiel?
I have a 3 year old semi-tame cockatiel, he is comfortable with me handfeeding him and likes me being in the room as he sings when I sit near him but is quiet when I’m not in the same room. He doesn’t like me handling him through, I bought him from a breeder when he […]
A new member to the family
Hello, I have two cockatiels one is a pearl named Volka and another is lutino named Pikachu. Both females (I’ve checked) are very nice and Volka is the friendlier and more social one of the two. My problem is that around 3 months ago I adopted a white-bellied caique that is named Lucky. Long story […]
Cockatiel sitting on food dish
Hi, my (almost 19 year old) cockatiel has been sitting on his food dish when I put him to bed at night. I thought maybe that it was a phase that would pass, but he’s doing it consistently for almost 2.5 weeks. Is he doing this because he’s old and his feet hurt to perch […]
Cockatiel Molting year round
I have a cockatiel I raised by hand that is getting fairly old. She seems to molt year round and has for many years. That can’t be too good for her. Why is she doing this and is there a way to help her not have to molt.
Window air conditioner
I have a small room with a window air conditioner. My cage is right next to the window and I do keep the air away from him. My concern is that the window air conditioner makes noise while is on. Is it ok to keep it on at nights or should I keep it off […]
flying away when my hand goes close to them
hi this is a question regarding taming. I handfed my birds since day zero, they are 3 months old now, whenever i go close to the cage both the birds used to come for petting, they were fine till yesterday i dont know what happened to them today they were not coming to me and […]
should I get my cockatiel a friend?
I got a pearl cockatiel from a neglectful situation 3 months ago. she is 12 years old and has never had another cockatiel in the house as her. I know I should keep at least 2 cockatiels together, but is it too late to try to find her a friend? she seems interested in my […]
Cockatiel bird going to nest box but not laying egg
my cocktail going to inside the nest box but not laying egg.. more than one month they start mating. still every day they are mating. male and female near to 2 years old…
Cuddly/affectionate parrot species?
Hi, which type of parrot would you consider to be the most cuddly/affectionate?
Agressive bird and breeding problems!
Hello, I currently own 2 birds, one male and one female, both 3 years old. I have 2 questions…
Are Cockatiels Good Starter Birds?
Are cockatiels good birds for beginners that don’t have any bird experience? I’m interested in a bird that isn’t too small and I can build a trusted relationship with, and the cockatiel seemed just right…
Doesn’t sit on a eggs
I have purchase a pair of cocktail bwith eggs 2 day before, so they don’t sit on egss i dont know what is the problem..and how we overcome this problem..plz help me…
Budgies, Cockatiels And Lovebirds Are Parrots Too!
Here’s a look at some common small bird myths and facts.
Cockatiel Behavior: Brilliantly Baffling
Cockatiels can be every bit a parrot as their larger counterparts — friendly and outgoing to snugly and gentle — no wonder these little feathered companions are America’s Top Bird. But ever stop to think if your cockatiel is normal?
3 Tricks Your Cockatiel Can Do
Small birds like the friendly and outgoing cockatiel can be taught to do behaviors on cue — and it’s easier than you think. Our small companion birds have many natural behaviors that lend themselves nicely to trick training.
New World Parrots Vs. Old World Parrots
Parrots can be categorized according to Old World psittacines and New World psittacines. Are your parrots “Team Old World” or “Team New World”?
Why Cockatiels Make Great Pets
Most of the qualities you’d really like in a parrot are found in the gentle, amenable cockatiel. Read on to find out what makes cockatiels such a wonderful pet.
Pet Birds And Children
Find out the real reasons why budgies and cockatiels can make wonderful pets for children, as well as all the wrong reasons for bringing a small bird into your home.
Cockatiel
There’s a reason why the cockatiel is one of the most popular companion birds — this slender Australian parrot can be both cuddly and bold. Cockatiels can also be curious and, at times, feisty. With a cockatiel in the house, you are likely to hear a repertoire of chirps and whistles.
Budgie Vs. Cockatiel — Which Is Right For You?
For years, budgies, also called parakeets, were the most numerous companion birds, and only recently were overtaken by cockatiels. If you’re looking at getting one or the other, how do they compare?
Cockatiel Sounds Explained
Chirps, warbles, whistles, squawks, cheeps, and more are noises and sounds pet cockatiels make. Find out what your cockatiel is trying to say.
Presidents And Their Pet Parrots
Can you imagine a parrot perched in the White House? It’s probably happened at some point during our country’s history; after all, some of our past presidents had parrot companions during their presidencies. Here is a list of presidents who really did have parrots during their White House days.
Serve a Good Meal: Bird Food for Your Cockatiel
Lafeber pet bird foods offer a variety of nutritious foods for your beloved top-knotted little friend.
