Cockatiel$

             Cockatiels are the smallest member of the cockatoo family. The crest is often used to express their current mood. Tending to stand straight up when the bird is excited, lay flat against the head when they’re angry or agitated and to stand somewhere in between the two when they’re feeling more or less content.
Unlike the cockatoo, the cockatielcockatiel is native to the outback regions of inland Australia, and tends to favor the Australian wetlands, scrublands, and bush lands. The cockatiel average lifespan is about 10-20 years in captivity. When they breed, which can occur any time throughout the year, they lay four to seven eggs at a time two days apart. The young hatch in 18 to 21 days and are independent in seven to nine weeks.

Behavior problems like biting can occur when they’re afraid or have been startled. They also will become grumpy if they don’t get enough sleep, proper nutrients, or enough time outside of their cage and bonding with their owner.Trick training establishes you, the owner, as the person responsible for their care as well as their companion. A strong bond of trust virtually eliminates most if not all behavior problems. Look at their feathers. Feathers around the vent must be clean and dry. Their nostrils must be smooth and clean, their feet scales must also be smooth, nails in great condition and a beak that is shaped well.