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Are Australian cockatiels colourblind?
Healthy cockatiels are not colorblind. Cockatiels and other parrots can actually see a wider range of colors than humans can including parts of the ultraviolet spectrum. Some markings on parrots are only visible in the ultraviolet range of the spectrum. (See attached link about ultraviolet markings on another Australian species, the budgerigar). However, some color mutations can be linked to vision problems, especially whiteface lutino (often incorrectly called albino) cockatiels.
What color are cockatiels?
grey, yellow, and red just below the eyes
When cockatiels the bird shed do they grow back a different color hair?
Birds do not grow hair.
What color can you get cockatiels?
Cockatiels come in a wide variety of colors including Grey, Lutino (yellow), Cinnamon, Pearl, Albino (white), Whiteface, Fallow and Pied. There are new color mutations surfacing every day, creating more variety for pet owners interested in keeping the birds.
Do cockatiels have parasites?
Yes, cockatiels can get parasites.
What subclass do cockatiels belong to?
Cockatiels are a type of cockatoo.
What class do cockatiels live in?
Cockatiels are parrots, and members of the cockatoofamily.
Can cockatiels live with baby chickens?
No, cockatiels should only be housed with other cockatiels. Not only do other types of birds have different types of diets, but they also have different personalities and will sometimes clash with cockatiels.
Can cockatiels be white?
Answer: Sure, they can. When cockatiels are white, they are either of the Lutino breed, or they are albino.
What percentage of cockatiels are male?
62% of all cockatiels sold in stores are males.
Do cockatiels travel in groups?
In their native habitat, cockatiels do flock with other cockatiels. This is a natural behaviour which is primarily for defence against larger birds of prey.
Can cockatiels eat crackers?
Cockatiels can eat crackers, except they make them put on weight. They have no nutritional content in crackers for cockatiels. Despite the movies where birds eat crackers, cockatiels eat vegetables and seeds (as a treat). Your cockatiel should eat everything in moderation. As for crackers, as an occasional treat - cockatiels love them!
