Cockatiel Parrot

The Cockatiel is the smallest member of the cockatoo family, and the bird is renown for having a sweet disposition. The bird can be found naturally in the outback areas of Australia, and they enjoy both the wetlands and the bushlands. The Cockatiel is known for its crest, and the crest can tell you its state of being. If the bird is either startled or surprised, the crest will have a vertical appearance, but the crest will become flattened when the bird is angry or upset.

The plumage of a wild Cockatiel will often be grey, and it will also have flashes of white on the outer portions the wings. The face of a male Cockatiel will either be white or yellow in color, while the face of a female Cockatiel will be various shades of grey. Both sexes of this species will have a circular area of orange near their ears, and these are called the "cheek patches." The orange coloration is very beautiful within the male Cockatiels, but it will be more muted in the females. Someone who is familiar with this bird can tell the difference between male and female by looking at the cheek patches.

The Cockatiel has a fairly long lifespan, and can live as long as 20 years. However, there have been some reports which state that the Cockatiel Parrot can live as long as 30 years. It has been confirmed that the longest recorded lifespan of any Cockatiel Parrot is 35 years. Much like humans, the type of diet and exercise that these parrots get will play a role in how long they live. When it comes to the best diet, there is a great deal of disagreement which is present among breeders. When Europeans first encountered these birds in Australia, they were so awestruck by their beauty that they compared them to nymphs.

While the Cockatiel Parrot is known for having a good disposition, there are a number of factors that will play a role in this, and some of them include the environment the bird is raised in, as well as how it is handled by those who care for it. While some Cockatiels are known for being highly sociable, others are known for being quite, and they will quickly go to their cage if they are approached by someone they are not familiar with. Generally, these birds like physical contact, and they are well suited to domestication. Like many Parrots, the Cockatiel is known for the strong bond that it creates with its owners.

When the Cockatiel becomes annoyed, it will make a hissing sound, and it can defend itself by pecking. These pecking bites can pack a punch, especially when compared to the small size of the bird. These birds can be noisy, and they can be demanding when it comes to getting the attention of their owners.

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