Parrots have reputations for a lot of things, and intelligence is certainly one of them. Despite their small size, most parrots have remarkable cognitive abilities. But is this true of cockatiels? They are some of the most popular parrots to own, and they’re beloved for many reasons. But are they smart? Yes, cockatiels are very … Read more
Cockatiels are odd little creatures at times, and it isn’t always easy to understand their behaviors. We form deep bonds with our birds over time, and their behavior ultimately shows us just how deep those bonds run. The image of a parrot sitting on the shoulder of a person is one that is centuries old—but … Read more
The diet of a cockatiel, overall, is a pretty simple thing. They generally aren’t terribly fussy as long as you know what to give them. But providing extra treats and snacks on top of their ordinary diet can get trickier as you go along and try to keep the variety up. Exotic fruits are always … Read more
Lettuce might be one of the simpler leaves out there, but it’s undeniable that many areas of our cuisine would be a lot more lifeless without it. The crunch in a burger or the lightness of a lettuce leaf salad, lettuce is certainly something we take for granted. But can we share it with our … Read more
I’ve been raising a cockatiel over the last few months as my new companion. I’ve always wanted one, but this is my first time with one, and we’ve been getting along quite well so far. When I was chatting with a friend the other day who also owns a cockatiel, he was amazed at just … Read more
A friend has recently welcomed their first parrot into their home: a cockatiel. They’ve been getting on great together and he’s been doing really well, taking care of it. As with any new parrot, it’s been a bit of a learning curve getting used to having it around and meeting all of its needs. One … Read more