Cockatiels are considered to be medium size parrots. While cockatiels share some features with all hookbill parrot species, they are actually in a genetic family with only one other parrot species, the cockatoo. Cockatoos are routinely observed to use their feet like humans use their hands. But do cockatiels do the same? Can you ever…
Many cockatiel owners buy a pair of birds in hopes of breeding cockatiel babies. Because cockatiels are such popular pet birds, there is always demand for these engaging and cuddly birds. But breeding cockatiels is not as easy as it sounds. And more than a few new owners have been surprised when their supposedly male…
Once you have watched a baby cockatiel hatching, it is impossible to forget. They are so tiny at hatching it is hard to believe the baby even had enough strength to peck through the eggshell. But cockatiels grow and strengthen surprisingly quickly. Before you even realize it, your downy baby cockatiel is ready to become…
Cockatiels are a very popular species of pet bird and are bred worldwide for the pet trade. If you have an interest in breeding cockatiels, it is important to get a better understanding of the cockatiel lifecycle from hatchling to adult. In this article, we will answer the complicated question of when doing baby cockatiels…
Cockatiels and conures are both very popular companion parrot species. So it is quite natural to wonder if these two parrots could get along together or even occupy one cage together. However, avian experts and seasoned parrot owners caution against assuming the two birds will just work it out and adapt to living together. There…
Wild cockatiels do not ever live alone. During the off-season when breeding activity is not occurring, cockatiels live in smaller family groups that may number anywhere from 10 to 100 birds. During regional migrations and breeding season, these smaller groups may merge to create a larger colony of thousands of cockatiels. This instinct to live…
