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12 Incredible Cockatiel Facts & FAQs (Vet-Approved)

12 Incredible Cockatiel Facts & FAQs (Vet-Approved)

Cockatiels are small pet birds that make great pets. They are affectionate, fun, and social animals, and while it is very rare, albeit not entirely impossible,…

Do Cockatiels Like Music? Different Genres & FAQs

Do Cockatiels Like Music? Different Genres & FAQs

Cockatiels are fun little pets that can get along well in a variety of household types. They can be easier to take care of than cats and dogs, and they tend to…

Where Do Cockatiels Originate? History & Current Status

Where Do Cockatiels Originate? History & Current Status

Cockatiels are such popular pet birds that we sometimes forget how they even became animal companions. They have many qualities that we appreciate. They are fr…

Cinnamon Pearl Cockatiel: Facts, Origin & History (With Pictures)

Cinnamon Pearl Cockatiel: Facts, Origin & History (With Pictures)

It is no mystery why cockatiels are such popular pet birds. They are sweet and entertaining creatures. It did not take long for the bird to go from scientific…

Is Beak Grinding in Cockatiels Bad? Vet-Verified Bird Behavior

Is Beak Grinding in Cockatiels Bad? Vet-Verified Bird Behavior

Birds have some strange behaviors that might have you scratching your head. The cockatiel is no exception. How do you explain a pet tapping their beak against…

Cockatiel Body Language: 15 Crucial Cues to Look For

Cockatiel Body Language: 15 Crucial Cues to Look For

They might not be able to talk, but Cockatiels have many ways to communicate a message to you, beyond whistling, clicking, and squawking. They can be very expr…

16 Cockatiel Pros & Cons You Should Know About

16 Cockatiel Pros & Cons You Should Know About

Cockatiels are considered good first-time pets, as well as good first-time birds. They are relatively low maintenance, rarely show aggression, and are intellig…

How Loud Are Cockatiels? Behaviors That Affect Their Noise Level

How Loud Are Cockatiels? Behaviors That Affect Their Noise Level

Cockatiels are one of the most common pets, but people who have never kept them are always surprised to hear how intensive their care requirements are. If you’…