cockatiels mating

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Question
I have a male and female 3 months old. Can they be in the same cage without mating if I DO NOT have a breeding nest.

Can they be together when they get older and not mate if I do not provide a nest.

Thank you,
Arlene

Answer
Arlene,

A male and female cockatiel will mate regardless of whether or not you provide them with a nestbox. They will also lay eggs (perhaps not successfully) whether or not you have a nestbox. The best thing you can do for cockatiels this young is to have them in separate cages next to each other.

Good luck,

Cindy