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Cockatiels

The Cockatiel (Nymphicus hollandicus), also known as the Quarrion and the Weero, is a diminutive cockatoo endemic to Australia and prized as a household pet.

The only members of their genus, Cockatiels are now biologically classified as the smallest of the Cacatuidae (Cockatoo) family. These sweet-tempered birds are valued throughout the world as pets due to their gentle and sociable nature. These birds are found across the outback regions of inland Australia, and favor the Australian wetlands, scrublands, and bush lands.

Cockatiels

The Cockatiel\'s distinctive erectile crest expresses the animal\'s state of being. The crest is dramatically vertical when the cockatiel is startled or excited, gently oblique in its neutral or relaxed state, and flattened close to the head when the animal is angry or defensive.

The cockatiel\'s plumage is primarily grey with prominent white flashes on the outer edges of each wing. The face of the male is yellow or white, while the face of the female is primarily grey or light grey, and both genders feature a round orange area on both ear areas, often referred to as "cheek patches." This orange coloration is generally vibrant in adult males, and often quite muted in females.