If your cockatiel starts pacing its cage, you might be worried if it is sick or otherwise in a problem. In this article, I will explain several reasons why your bird might be doing this. Birds always communicate their needs through their body language. Chirping, pacing, shaking, singing, every behavior indicates something. Your cockatiel could … Read more
Cockatiels should eat lots of pellets, seeds, fruits, and veggies. But what about eggs – can cockatiels eat eggs? Will they be able to digest it? How should you give eggs to them? Answers coming up. Feedings eggs to birds can be a controversial topic – it is like feeding them the young of their … Read more
Cockatiels should ideally be given pellets, seeds, seed mixes, and fruits and veggies. But can they also be given oats? Let’s find out. Bird owners need to figure out the right food for cockatiels to ensure a well-balanced diet. Not only are cockatiels picky eaters, but many human foods are unsuitable and unsafe for them. … Read more
If you’re eating crackers in the room, you might have noticed your pet bird eyeing them with longing looks. But can cockatiels eat crackers? Here’s what you need to know. As a pet parent, you might feel tempted to share your snacks with your cockatiel. However, various foods meant for human consumption are unsafe for … Read more
Cockatiels can be really clingy – especially if you hand-reared them. But how much is too much? How much attention do cockatiels need usually? Let me answer all these doubts for you. As social birds that love interacting with people, cockatiels make amazing pets. However, it also means you’d have to give your pet cockatiel … Read more
How do cockatiels hear? Where are their ears? Do cockatiels have ears at all, or do they use something else to listen? I answer some of these questions. Cockatiel owners need at least a basic understanding of their pet’s anatomy to be able to take proper care of it and help it stay healthy. After … Read more
This is one which I have not heard very often – why is my cockatiel eating so much? Well, the answer could be anything from hormones to improper diet, and I check them out below. It is not uncommon to see pet cockatiels be more docile and lethargic than wild cockatiels. Some of it is … Read more
Lots of birds are mated and bred for their eggs, but can you do the same with cockatiels? Would you even want to do that to your pet? I explore this rather icky topic in the article. Most mature cockatiels will lay eggs, be they fertilized or unfertilized, as long as they get a balanced … Read more
If you are planning to go on a trip, you might not get someone to feed your birds on time. So, how long can a cockatiel go without food? I will answer this question in the article below. Your cockatiel should never be left hungry for long periods at all. Cockatiels cannot survive for very … Read more
There isn’t much to choose between cockatiels and budgies – apart from the crest on the formers head. But can parakeets and cockatiels live together? Let’s find out. Before putting two different species of bird in the same cage, bird owners need to make sure they can live together. Not all birds bond well, and … Read more