Cockatiel
A species of Cockatiels Scientific name : Nymphicus hollandicus Genus : Cockatiels
Cockatiel, A species of Cockatiels
Botanical name: Nymphicus hollandicus
Genus: Cockatiels
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Description
Among the most popular choices for those looking for companion birds, the cockatiel is beloved by pet owners for being brave, cuddly, curious, and sassy. Very vocal, this parrot loves to chirp and whistle, is known to make people laugh, and keeps itself busy when not with its human friends by foraging.
Size
33 cm
Life Expectancy
20 years
Feeding Habits
Cockatiel primarily feeds on seeds, grains, and nuts, with a penchant for herbivory and granivory. These birds enhance their diet with fruits and occasionally insects, showcasing adaptable foraging behaviors. Cockatiel possesses distinctive preferences, such as favoring certain seed types, an adaptation noted in their natural and captive feeding habits.
Habitat
Cockatiel are nomadic, thriving in arid and semi-arid regions where they follow the availability of food and water. Their diverse habitats include savannas, open woodlands, and riverine forests, as well as acacia woodlands and spinifex grasslands. Additionally, these birds frequent orchards, cultivated areas, and grain stubble fields, often observed in pairs, small flocks, or large gatherings near water sources in broader open country landscapes.
Dite type
Granivorous
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Distribution Area
Cockatiels are native to Australia, where they are found largely in arid or semi-arid country but always close to water. 
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
