Gaurav Dhir 
You might have seen cockatiel videos online singing and dancing with their owners. But what type of music do cockatiels like? Do they prefer the hard beats of rock or the mellow sounds of classical? I explore this topic in the article below. It’s a well-known fact that one can train your pet cockatiel to … Read more
Planning to keep your birds in the same cage? It’s best to first check if they are compatible. For example: can cockatiels live with budgies? The answer is no, and I will explain below why. Cockatiels and budgies are both from the parrot species of bird. Both are popular as companion birds. And while many … Read more
Anyone who has ever closely observed the tuft of crest feathers on their heads would naturally ask the question: are cockatiels and cockatoos related? The answer is yes, and I will explain the relationship in the article below. Among the several birds classified under the family Cacatuidae, cockatiels are the smallest member. They’re only 12-13 … Read more
Not sure what cockatiel toys to get your pet? Trying out everything, but your bird is rejecting whatever you get her? Don’t worry; this guide will help you out with a few ideas. Bird owners want only the best for our feathered friends. Apart from providing food and water, you should also look into your … Read more
Dying to know the sex of your new bird? This article will help you identify the sex of your cockatiel – male or female. If you are planning to get a cockatiel, you might be curious about how to differentiate between males and females. If you are an experienced bird owner, you’d know that the … Read more
Cranberries can be the perfect mixture of sweet and sour that your bird likes, but can cockatiels eat cranberries, or are they toxic to them? Let’s find out. Cockatiels enjoy a varied diet, including many things like fruits, leafy greens, fresh vegetables, seeds, and pellets. But what about fruits like cranberries? Yes, you can give … Read more
If you think of protein-rich vegan food, peas are at the top of the list, apart from dairy products. You might wonder then, can cockatiels eat peas? Thankfully, the answer is yes, and let me tell you why below When you think about feeding a bird, different types of grass seeds are the first to … Read more
What all do you need to put in your cockatiel cage? From cage size to material and toys to perches to food bowls, I will cover everything you need to know. You might see many people create large aviaries for your cockatiels. And even let them out for free! Domesticated and trained cockatiels are great … Read more
Planning to teach your tiel some tricks, but not sure if it is smart enough. You might be surprised to know that cockatiel intelligence surpasses even that of cats and dogs! A cockatiel makes a great companion bird thanks to its high emotional intelligence and affectionate nature. After all, who doesn’t love smart and intelligent … Read more
This question is extremely common among bird owners – how can you tell how old a cockatiel is? The main reason is that after the first year, it is nearly impossible to tell the age of a cockatiel. In this article, I will share some insights with you that might help. Cockatiels, or the Nymphicus … Read more