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A small Australian parrot with a whistling repertoire and a genuinely affectionate nature, widely regarded as the best starter parrot.
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New to the breed? Read the Cockatiel care guide — feeding, settling in, common problems and health concerns.
Cockatiels come in mutations including grey, lutino, pied, pearl, cinnamon and whiteface. Hand-raised, fully weaned birds settle fastest; never accept an unweaned baby.
Gentle, whistling and sociable; males typically more vocal.
Regular bathing and dust management; cockatiels produce feather dust.
Ask for a wean date, PBFD and psittacosis screening, and a current weight chart.
Suits households wanting daily interaction and can tolerate morning calls.
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10 min read · Updated 2026-08-14