My cockatiel lost her mate. Is she grieving? Does she need a new bird?

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I had three cockatiels (2 males and a female). Today morning, one of the males (Joy) died. I saw him on the cage floor. He was the mate of the female (Jolly). Though I still have another male (Jim) in the cage, i was wondering if Jolly will be lonely since she lost her mate. She has been screaming since morning and it breaks my heart to see her like this. I've been giving her company but do you think I should get her a new cockatiel for company? Or is Jim enough for her? Pet's info: Bird | Cockatiel | Female | unspayed | 5 years and 4 months old | 0.22 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

I think Jim may be enough so you're not overcrowding the cage for now. Birds, like people, can experience grief, so Jolly is likely missing her friend Joy. You are doing the right thing by keeping her company and giving her a little extra love an attention. If she doesn't perk up, or seems lonely, even with your other bird there, adding a new friend may be a consideration, but it may be best to give her some time first.

My cockatiel lost her mate. Is she grieving? Does she need a new bird?

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