Bird breed
Cockatiel
Whistling companions with sunny cheeks.
Size
12–13 in / 80–110 g
Lifespan
15–25 years
Talk Ability
Moderate
Noise
Moderate
Origin
Australia
Overview
Cockatiels are affectionate, low-noise (for a parrot) and famously good whistlers. They form strong bonds and love shoulder time.
Care & lifestyle
Daily out-of-cage interaction. Provide showers 2–3x weekly. Females are prone to chronic egg-laying — limit nesting cues.
Diet foundation
- High-quality pellets
- Veggies
- Sprouts
- Occasional seed mix
Recommended cage min: 24 × 24 × 30 in
Sound profile
- Noise
- Moderate
- Talk ability
- Moderate
- Social need
- High
Bring home checklist
- · Vet booked within 72 hours
- · Species-correct food & bowls
- · Enrichment / toy rotation
- · ID + microchip / DNA
- · Pet-safe cleaning products
