cockatiel
Definition
Noun: 1. A small, crested parrot native to Australia, typically grey in body with a yellow or orange face and distinctive orange cheek patches. It is a popular pet bird known for its gentle nature and ability to whistle or mimic sounds.
Usage and Examples
- Noun:
- We bought a cockatiel from the pet store, and it has already learned to whistle a tune.
- The grey cockatiel with the bright yellow head sat quietly on its perch.
- Cockatiels are known for being affectionate companions.
Advanced Usage
- The term is used specifically for the species . It is often discussed in contexts of aviculture (bird keeping), animal behavior, and pet care.
- "Hand-raised cockatiel": A chick raised by humans, typically making it tamer and more socialized.
- A hand-raised cockatiel is often easier to train.
Variants and Related Words
- Cockateel: An older, less common variant spelling for 'cockatiel'.
- Nymphicus hollandicus: The scientific name for the cockatiel.
Synonyms
- Quarrion (a less common Australian name for the same bird).
- Weiro (another regional Australian name).
Related Phrases and Terms
- Crest: The group of feathers on top of the cockatiel's head that it can raise or lower to express its mood.
- The cockatiel raised its crest when it was excited.
- Pearling: A specific feather pattern in some cockatiel color mutations, characterized by white or yellow edges on the feathers.
- Her beautiful cockatiel has lovely grey pearling on its wings.
Noun
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small grey Australian parrot with a yellow crested head
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