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

Why Your Cockatiel Needs a Weekly Feeding Plan Most cockatiel owners offer the same food every day — a bowl of seeds, maybe a carrot slice, and call it done. But did you know that a monotonous, seed-only diet is the single biggest cause of nutritional deficiency in pet cockatiels? In the wild, these intelligent Australian birds forage across vast grasslands, eating dozens of different seeds, grasses, fruits, and plant matter across an entire week. Your pet cockatiel deserves the same variety — and a structured weekly feeding plan makes it easy to deliver. Unlike generic 'what can cockatiels eat' articles, this guide fills a critical content gap: it gives you an actual 7-day cockatiel feeding schedule, complete with portion guidance, timing, seasonal adjustments, and a toxic food list. Whether you are a new bird owner or looking to upgrade your cockatiel's diet, this plan will transform how you feed your feathered companion. Understanding the Ideal Cockatiel Diet Breakdown...

Whether you're searching for a cockatiel parrot for sale or already have one at home, the first question is always the same: what do I feed it? Most owners start with seeds — and never move beyond them. A seeds-only diet is one of the most common causes of early illness, dull plumage, and shortened lifespan in cockatiels. After years of raising and breeding cockatiels at Biki's Aviary in Kolkata, here is everything we know about feeding them right. For the full care picture, read our Complete Cockatiel Care Guide . What you'll find here: 1. The ideal diet breakdown 2. Best vegetables to offer 3. Safe fruits 4. Toxic foods — never feed these 5. Where to buy good food in Kolkata 6. Daily feeding schedule 7. Common feeding mistakes 1. The Ideal Cockatiel Diet In the wild, cockatiels eat grass seeds, flowers, fruit and insects. A captive diet must reflect this variety. •       Pellets (40–50%): The most nutritionally complete option. Choose a veterinary-approve...