New Cockatiel quiet and a bit ruffled.

Neverccd

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Hello, I am new to the forum and this is my first cockatiel. She is a grey cockatiel, and her name is Cerridwen

I brought home my new cockatiel, who I believe to be female, yesterday. She is quite friendly and plays well out of the cage, but when she is inside she tends to stay in one spot at the highest point in the cage and she appears ruffled. She is still young so could the ruffled appearance be due to molting or should I be worried?

Also, she doesn't eat in her cage alone. When I take her out she will eat from my hand and from her feeding bowl when held up to it. The same for water and millet seed. Any advice?
 

aliray

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Jan 28, 2012
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I don't have advice but welcome to the forum and congrats on your new baby and I'm sure other cockatiel owners will come along and be able to help. Alison and sweetie pie:D
 

MissyMe83

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I'd say that's pretty normal behavior for the first day. She seems to be well socialized, so that's great : )

Just give her a few days. She will get more comfortable and relaxed over time. My cockatiels would "fluff" out a little when sleepy... If she continues to looked fluffed out for long periods of time, however, I may worry. She sounds fine though. Maybe post a pic? I'd love to see her : )
 

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