Not molted yet?

[Codycockatiel]

i need some advice because my cockatiel Cody hasn't done his first molt yet? he was hatched on the 11th of May 2017 and he got his wings clipped when he was 3 months old. he's a pearl.

 

[LordTriggs]

for their first time it can take longer especially when they're clipped, in some cases nearing 5 years. Naturally if you have concerns over his health a little check up at your Certified Avian Vet will shed light on any issues if he does have any.

 

[Scott]

Welcome to you and Cody! I'm sure our cockatiel parronts can give additional guidance!

 

[smbrds]

A tiels first molt is the most important to them, as that's the time they get a new and beautiful gradual "coat." Around 6 months would happen, some 12. After should have 2-3 a good molts a year, depending. As they are molting is when more nutrients are needed especially protein. They also appreciate having a bath too!

 

[Codycockatiel]

he's started to molt thanks for the tips

 

[bug_n_flock]

5 years for a first molt? Did you mean months?