Birds--General/Cockateils

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Expert: Marie Charon - 12/3/2009


Question
Please tell me how to tell the difference in a male and female cockateil. I have two and when I bought them they told me they were both females. They are just alike but I want to know how to tell the difference.

Answer
The easiest way to tell the sex of a cockatiel is whether they sing or just chirp. Females will only chirp, only males sing. Take one bird away from the other and find out if it sings or chirps for the other.

Here is an excellant site that tell you how to sex cockatiels of different mutations:
http://www.singing-wings-aviary.com/cockatiels.htm

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Marie Charon

Expertise

Questions I can answer 1. rehabilitating an abused or troubled pet bird, behavioral issue's, cage and cage care, feeding questions, , most general questions, providing quality care for your bird, and guide you in taming your bird.

Experience

I run a not-for-profit exotic bird rescue, and an animal daycare/boarding service. I also have experience in resolving common behavioral issues such as biting, screaming, feather plucking, aggression, jealousy, anxiety issues, and cage bound birds.

Organizations
NCA Member

Education/Credentials
I have a B.S in Communications and Technical Writing.

Awards and Honors
Dean's List & H.S Society.

Past/Present Clients
Along with Feathered Friends Rescue, I also run Ann Arbor Pet services. This service provides dog daycare, I also provide boarding for dogs, cats, birds, and other small animals. I offer equine services, and exotic bird rehabilitation.

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