Do Cockatiels Like Mirrors? (Explained!)

Do Cockatiels Like Mirrors?

We’ve been looking into getting some new toys for our cockatiels recently. They’ve been seeming a bit bored with their old ones, and the last thing you want on your hands is a bored cockatiel! So, we’ve been thinking about what we could get them, and the other day as my son was brushing his … Read more

Are African Greys Cuddly? (Find Out!)

Are African Greys Cuddly?

We’ve recently been looking into getting a new parrot. Our old one sadly passed away after many years recently, and we’ve needed something to fill the silence that he left behind. We’ve had a number of different species over the years, but the most important thing to us is that they are affectionate enough. We’ve … Read more

Are Caiques Loud? (Revealed!)

Are Caiques Loud?

My family and I have been looking into adopting a new parrot. Our old one died a few months back, and he meant a lot to us as a family, so it’s been tough moving on. We think we’re ready, though, and this time we want to try something different. We’ve never had a caique … Read more

Why Does My Cockatiel Keep Yawning?

If you’ve raised a parrot before or have recently begun raising a parrot, then you’re well-aware of all of the similarities parrots have with humans. It’s sort of odd to look at a parrot and imagine the two of you having a lot more in common than you might realize. In fact, you might be … Read more

Why Is My Cockatiel Sneezing? (Explained!)

Why Is My Cockatiel Sneezing?

I was in the front room with my cockatiel the other day when I heard the strangest noise come from behind me that I had never heard her make before. I turned around to see if she was okay, and after a few moments, she did it again and it became clear that she was … Read more

Do Female Cockatiels Talk? (Answered!)

Do Female Cockatiels Talk?

While watching a nature documentary with my son the other day, it moved to a section about birds and how the males are generally the ones that do all the singing. There are a lot of reasons they do so, but mostly they’re trying to attract a mate. There are some exceptions, like robins, which … Read more