Cockatiel breeding guide: pairing requirements, nest box setup, incubation management, hand-feeding, and weaning timeline.
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Cockatiel breeding guide: pairing requirements, nest box setup, incubation management, hand-feeding, and weaning timeline.
Cockatiel breeding is relatively straightforward among medium-sized parrots, offering the rewarding experience of hand-raising tame chicks.
Both birds should be 1.5-2+ years old, healthy weight (not obese), good feather condition. DNA sexing recommended for visually ambiguous mutations.
25x25x35cm with 7-8cm entrance hole. Wood shavings or paper chips on the bottom. Mount high in the cage for security.
4-6 eggs laid every other day. 18-21 day incubation period. Parents alternate (male primarily daytime). Maintain 25-28C, 50-60% humidity.
Remove chicks from nest at 2-3 weeks. Feed formula powder dissolved in warm water via spoon. 3-5 times daily. Self-feeding begins at 6-8 weeks (weaning).
Bri-Choku offers proven breeding pairs and hand-raised tame chicks from experienced breeders.
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