Flight cage or otherwise? (baby cockatiel)

[tokaynoe]

Hi, I just purchased a baby cockatiel and was wondering if I should just go ahead and get it a flight cage right off the bat? I have a few weeks before it’s ready to come home. I know with certain animals smaller is sometimes better during grow out/acclimation, but I don’t know if that’s the case for a cockatiel. What’s the general consensus? Thanks in advance!

 

[Flboy]

For the cost, a flight cage gives some nice room! Average price is 100-120ish?

 

[Jen5200]

I haven’t had a baby bird - mine all came as adults. I know mine love their flight cages, so definitely recommend them. I would guess that if your baby is perching and climbing fine, a flight would be okay from the beginning. Someone with young bird experience will hopefully chime in.

 

[Scott]

A flight cage is a gift of freedom for most species! I'll let the cockatiel experts chime in, but more room is generally best.