Female Albino Cockatiel Parrot for sale

      Albino Cockatiel – Breed Description

 Scientific Name:

Nymphicus hollandicus (mutation: White-faced Lutino)

 Origin:

• Native to Australia
• The Albino appearance was achieved through selective breeding in captivity by combining the Lutino and White-faced mutations.

Key Physical Characteristics

Trait                         Description

Body Color.            Completely white (may have slight cream shading)

Face.                    White (no yellow or orange cheek patches)

Eyes.                    Bright red or ruby due to lack of pigment

Crest.                  White

Feet/Beak.        Light pinkish or horn-colored

Sex Differences.  Very subtle or unnoticeable visually

The “albino” look comes from White-faced (removes yellow/orange) + Lutino (removes gray/black pigment).

Genetics Overview

• White-faced = Sex-linked recessive
• Lutino = Sex-linked recessive
   Bird must inherit both mutations (from each parent) to appear “albino.”

Personality & Temperament

Like all cockatiels, Albinos are:

• Gentle and affectionate
• Intelligent and playful
• Can whistle, mimic sounds, and enjoy training
• Thrive on human interaction and daily attention

Size & Lifespan

• Length: 11–13 inches (28–33 cm)
• Weight: ~90–110 grams
• Lifespan: 15–25 years with proper care

Care Tips

• Diet: High-quality pellets, fresh veggies, limited seeds
• Cage: Spacious with horizontal bars (min. 24x18x24″)
• Enrichment: Toys, foraging, social time outside cage
• Socialization: Needs 1–2 hours daily of interaction

Feature.            Albino Cockatiel

Appearance.       All-white with red eyes

Genetic Mutation  White-faced + Lutino

Sexing.                  Visually difficult; DNA testing preferred

Talking Ability.        Can mimic simple sounds or whistles

Behavior                Sweet, social, playful