Cockatiel

Also known as Nymphicus hollandicus, cockateel, cockatoo parrot

The cockatiel (; Nymphicus hollandicus), also known as the weero/weiro or quarrion, is a medium-sized parrot that is a member of its own branch of the cockatoo family endemic to Australia. They are prized as exotic household pets and companion parrots throughout the world and are relatively easy to breed compared to other parrots. As a caged bird, cockatiels are second in popularity only to the budgerigar.

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The cockatiel is a medium-sized Australian parrot that belongs to the cockatoo family and is popular worldwide as a household pet and companion bird. It matters because it ranks second only to the budgerigar in popularity as a caged bird and is relatively easy to breed compared to other parrots.

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Species

Least Concern

Cockatiel

species

Observations5,962

Maximum longevity: 35 years (captivity) Observations: One specimen lived for 35 years in captivity (Brouwer et al. 2000).

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Wikidata facts

Mass: 86
Image: Cockateil.jpg

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taxon name: Nymphicus hollandicus
Commons category: Nymphicus hollandicus
Commons gallery: Nymphicus hollandicus
taxon common name: cockatiel
litter size: 4.6
egg incubation period: 20
short name: N. hollandicus

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Taxonomy and etymology
Distribution and habitat
Description
Appearance
Sexual dimorphism
Dander
Colour mutations
Breeding and life span
Speech and vocalization
See also
References
Further reading
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The cockatiel is the only member of the genus Nymphicus. It was previously unclear whether the cockatiel is a crested parakeet or small cockatoo; however, more recent molecular studies have assigned it to its own subfamily, Nymphicinae. It is, therefore, now classified as the smallest subfamily of the Cacatuidae (cockatoo family). Cockatiels are native to Australia, favouring the Australian wetlands, scrublands, and bushlands. There are many different mutations of this bird.