Cockatiels arrived mid September, treating us to daily flyovers in small groups of three to four birds. There was much squealing and excitement (from us and our guests) when a pair hung around one morning to check out hollows! Fingers crossed they choose to nest in one of our old gum trees.
Last year was much drier and we only had one brief glimpse of cockatiels on our property, although they were seen across the mallee moreso. This year it’s a bit surprising to see them so regularly, considering the wetter conditions. We thought they would have less reason to visit further afield if food is plentiful in their usual feeding grounds. Maybe they liked their holiday in the mallee last year and decided to come back!