Biki's Aviary | Cockatiel Care, Bird Health & Pet Bird Guides

Introduction: When My Cockatiel Started Scratching Non-Stop A couple of years ago, my cockatiel Mango started acting really strange. He was scratching his face against the perch at odd hours, his feathers looked ruffled even in the middle of the afternoon, and he seemed way more irritable than usual. I initially thought it was just a moody phase — you know how cockatiels can be. But when I noticed tiny moving specks near the base of his feathers one night, my heart sank. Mites. If you're reading this, chances are you're going through the same panic I did. The good news? Cockatiel mites are absolutely treatable, and most birds recover fully when the infestation is caught early. This guide covers everything you need to know — from identifying the type of mites your bird has, to tried-and-tested home remedies, to the medicines your vet might prescribe. I've pulled together information from avian vets, pet care specialists, and my own personal experience to give you the mos...

Everything You Need to Track, Check & Discuss at Every Vet Visit If you're serious about cockatiel health tips and want to know exactly how to keep cockatiel healthy all year long, you've come to the right place. Most bird owners only think about health when something goes visibly wrong — but by then, their cockatiel may have been secretly unwell for weeks. Cockatiels are masters at hiding illness, a survival instinct inherited from their wild ancestors. By the time they show obvious symptoms, the condition can already be serious. This comprehensive cockatiel health checklist covers everything you need to monitor at home — daily, monthly, and seasonally — and everything that should happen during your bird's annual vet visit. Whether you're a first-time cockatiel parent or an experienced aviculturist, this guide will help you catch problems early, ask the right questions, and give your feathered companion the best possible quality of life. In this guide, you will...