When in captivity, these birds can have lacy or pied patterns. At the same time, they can also have a range of colors. It can be either soft brown, gray, and even cream and white. Lovebirds have a stockier build. They can come in a variety of colors, from peach to teal to white and green.
Further, all lovebirds tend to have vivid-colored heads and faces while having different primary body feathers. However, most pet lovebirds usually have green feathers. Lovebirds and cockatiels vary in lifespan as well. In short, a cockatiel has a longer lifespan than a typical lovebird.
The lifespan of a cockatiel as a pet can take up to years. Still, it can also be as short as 10 to 15 years. Simultaneously, reports state that the longer lifespan of these birds is taking up to 32 years. The longest reported life of a cockatiel took up to 36 years old.
They can last for another couple of years if they get cared for properly, but that comes more as rare. Myths state that a lovebird will die after its partner passes. As long as you care for it properly, it will live long. Lovebirds are active, curious, aggressive, and playful. Thus, you can see they are full of personalities, despite their small size. Aside from these traits, lovebirds can also be very territorial, aggressive, and jealous. They can show such features if you fail to train them at a young age.
On the other hand, cockatiels are gentle ones. They are affectionate, and they often like getting petted and held. These birds always enjoy small challenges. Thus, you can opt for a lovebird if you want a more active pet, while you can go for a cockatiel if you opt for the gentler one. Like most parrots, cockatiels are capable of talking. All three of these feathered beauties are on the small size, making for ideal shoulder-sitting companions.
Cockatiels average about 9 to 14 inches long, budgies come in around 9 inches long and lovebirds reach about 5 inches tall. Don't let their small sizes fool you, though. All three of these birds need cages they can fly in, play in and spread their wings in without hitting them on toys, dishes or the sides! All of these small parrots dine primarily on seeds, both in the wild and in captivity. Beware, though, because not all seed mixtures are as healthy as others!
Seeds tend to be high in fat, and your feathered friend -- no matter which species -- will need a little variety to spice things up and keep him healthy. All three species need some veggies or fruits daily, and on occasion a special treat from the table such as the crust of your whole-wheat toast or some cooked whole-grain pasta. Generally speaking, all three of these types of birds are highly entertaining to their human companion. They are playful and quirky, but each has some differences.
Of the three, 'tiels are known to be more affectionate with their human, although all three types will graciously accept your love -- and return it -- when hand-trained and shown patience and affections. The cockatiel's personality has earned it the nickname "America's favorite bird.
These guys all pack a powerful bite and aren't afraid to let you know they don't like something with a nip. While they are smaller than the cockatiel in size, they more than make up for this in volume and character.
They shriek loudly and often. Lovebirds are also far more active than the docile cockatiel and as well as giving them ladders and other toys that keep them active, some owners have enjoyed success by providing their energetic little feathered friend a hamster wheel in which to steam around.
Tame, handfed lovebirds are affectionate little souls. They will hop on your hand, sit on your shoulder, and enjoy exploring your person. One will hop around in anticipation of being picked up if it is well hand-tamed and enjoys your company.
Lovebirds are often said to be moody and they can also be territorial. They have even been described as being hormonal, so they are considered moodier to look after than a cockatiel. Another point worthy of consideration is that the lovebird will bond closely with another lovebird, but it can become aggressive around other birds, especially docile birds like the cockatiel.
For this reason, it is common to keep lovebirds in their own cage. While an older cockatiel still can be tamed, it is a lot more difficult to work with an older lovebird that has not had any hand training. As such, you should ensure that an older lovebird is hand tamed when you get it or get a younger bird. The process of taming a lovebird is similar to that of a cockatiel but you need to be especially careful the first few times you open the cage door because the lovebird may be nervier.
A single lovebird will benefit from a cage measuring 18 x 18 x 18 inches while a pair need a cage that is 24 inches tall and measures 18 x 24 inches. If you can provide a larger cage, this will give them more room to move about and will benefit the birds.
These active birds will need three or four perches, dishes for their water and food, and a bath. You can also provide them with bells, ladders, mirrors, and other toys to help keep them entertained. Bird owners looking for a bright, energetic, and affectionate little bird, but they must be willing to put up with ear-piercing shrieks and some seriously moody tantrums.
The lovebird and cockatiel are similar in many respects. They are small parrot species, both can be tamed, and they are both considered affectionate and friendly little birds in their way.
The cockatiel might be considered more beginner-friendly and is less prone to biting while also being easier to tame and not as noisy. The lovebird is smaller but should not be housed with other species of bird and can make an incredible racket for a bird of such small stature.
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