Cockatiel

The cockatiel, also known as the weirdo bird or quarrion, is a medium-sized parrot that is endemic to Australia and belongs to its own branch of the cockatoo family. They are popular as house pets and companion parrots all over the world, and they are relatively easy to breed. Cockatiels are the second most popular caged bird after budgerigars.

The cockatiel, also known as the weirdo bird or quarrion, is a medium-sized parrot that is endemic to Australia and belongs to its own branch of the cockatoo family. They are popular as house pets and companion parrots all over the world, and they are relatively easy to breed. Cockatiels are the second most popular caged bird after budgerigars.

The plumage of the "normal grey" or "wild-type" cockatiel is predominantly grey, with prominent white flashes on the outer edges of each wing. The male's face is yellow or white, while the female's face is primarily grey or light grey, and both sexes have a round orange area on both ears known as "cheddar cheeks." This orange coloration is typically more vibrant in adult males and more muted in females. With this bird, visual sexing is frequently possible. The cockatiel is a popular pet bird and one of the friendliest parrot family members. These birds are non-aggressive and easy to care for. This makes them one of the most popular pet birds on the planet. They enjoy human company and are very sociable.