Cockatiel (genus)

Nymphicus is a genus of cockatoos in the Cacatuidae family. They are commonly called cockatiels.

The Cockatiel is an occasional anomaly found throughout Devonshire and Europa. The Superb Cockatiel and Giant Cockatiel are native throughout Europa.

The Giant Cockatiel is 20% larger than the Cockatiel, while the Superb has more iridescent feathers.

Anatomy
All species of cockatiels have grey plumage with prominent white wing patches and a fine, tapering crest with the males having a lemon-yellow forehead, while the females having a light yellow crest and face. However, the Superb has black iridescent feathers on its back, like the Palm Cockatoo. Domestic Cockatiels have several different colours, including white and yellow.

Behaviour
All species are nomadic and flocking. Their calls are a high, far-carrying, rolling cweeree.

They mainly feed on fallen seeds of grasses, weeds, shrubs and trees as well as fallen grain and berries.

When frightened, they may perch lengthwise along tree branches.