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Cockatiels

Articles about Cockatiels from the Beauty of Birds archive of expert pet bird care and training guides.

A grey cockatiel with a yellow face and orange cheek patch perched on a branch among green leaves.

Do Cockatiels Have Ears? Why Can’t You See Them?

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.

Feb 10, 2023

Parrot foods laid out in rows on dark slate: walnuts, almonds, seeds, dried fruit, herbs, blueberries and pellets

Why Is My Cockatiel Eating So Much?

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

Feb 10, 2023

A pale lutino cockatiel with a yellow crest and orange cheek perched on a bare branch against a dark background.

Can You Eat Cockatiel Eggs? Would You Even Want To?

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

Feb 10, 2023

A lutino cockatiel with bright orange cheeks perched on a branch against a black background.

How Long Can A Cockatiel Go Without Food?

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

Feb 10, 2023

Two blue and gold macaws face to face, one holding a red berry in its beak

Can Parakeets And Cockatiels Live Together?

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

Feb 9, 2023

Two green ring-necked parakeets facing each other with wings raised on a rooftop ledge

Do Conures Get Along With Cockatiels?

Can you put conures and cockatiels together in the same cage? Do conures get along with cockatiels, and if so, what provisions should you make to keep them

Feb 9, 2023

A pearl pied cockatiel with a raised crest shown against a dark grey background.

Do Cockatiels Talk? Can They Repeat Words?

Cockatiels love to sing and dance, and there are many videos of them doing these things. But do cockatiels talk as well? Can they understand what we are

Feb 9, 2023

A grey cockatiel with a tall yellow crest and orange cheek patch, photographed against a black background.

What Insects Can Cockatiels Eat? Do They Eat Mealworms?

Did you know that cockatiels are omnivores? Yes, in the wild, they have learned to eat anything to sustain themselves. Let me list some insects that your pet

Feb 9, 2023

A pale whiteface-type cockatiel with a yellow crest and orange cheek perched on a branch against a dark background.

Are Cockatiels Hypoallergenic? How To Manage Cockatiel Dander?

If you are planning to get a pet cockatiel, there might be several questions on your mind. Perhaps the most important s - are cockatiels hypoallergenic? I

Feb 9, 2023

A close-up of a lutino cockatiel head with a tall yellow crest and orange cheek against a soft purple background.

Can Cockatiels See At Night? What Do They See That Causes Night Frights?

Cockatiels are smart birds, so there must be something that they see which causes them to go bonkers at night. But can cockatiels see at night at all? I

Feb 9, 2023