Interesting Facts

• Cockatiels are a small species of parrot native to Australia. Other names for the cockatiel are “quarrion” and “weiro”.
• They are the smallest type of cockatoo. Cockatiels have a crest on their heads which can is used to communicate their emotions. When the crest is raised, the bird is excited. When their crest is lowered they are relaxed.
• Cockatiels usually live in groups of about 12 birds, however they may form flocks numbering in the hundreds when food is plentiful.
• Cockatiels, unlike some larger species of parrot, cannot accurately imitate the human voice. However, they do have the ability to mimic melodies and can sing.

Conservation Status