Can cockatiels eat peas?
Yes, cockatiels can eat peas in small amounts. Peas are on the RSPCA’s vegetable list for parrots. Purdue names peas among legumes that are excellent protein sources and suggests peas in the pod to keep birds busy, and RSPCA Australia lists them among green vegetables for birds.
How to serve it: fresh or thawed, a few peas or one pod
Sources
- RSPCA – What to Feed Your Pet Bird (Parrot Diet)
- Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine – General Husbandry of Caged Birds
- RSPCA Australia – What should I feed my birds?
Last checked: November 2026