Bananas

Hi, I’m Bananas! (But You Can Call Me "Mr. Sunshine")
You can watch a video all about me here on Mickaboo`s YouTube Channel (May 2026).

They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but in my case, a few Cheerios and some popsicle sticks are the secret to my happy life!

My story started with a bit of a "split" - and not the tasty kind. I was found on the streets of Santa Cruz back in October after a rough encounter with a car (or maybe a very solid wall). I was a bit concussed and couldn`t quite find my feet, but look at me now! I’m a big, beautiful, healthy boy who has traded pain meds for head scratches and tunes.

The Lowdown on Me: A Total Social Butterfly: I’m a lover, not a fighter. I’m very gentle and friendly with adults and even the little humans (I have a 6-year-old fan who feeds me treats!).

The Master Woodworker: If you give me a wooden perch, I will professionally "remodel" it. I’m currently obsessed with chewing popsicle sticks - it`s my calling.

Musical & Vain: I love my mirror! I’ll spend hours singing and chattering to that handsome bird in the reflection. We have the best conversations.

A "Hands-Off" Romantic: I’m not quite ready to "step up" on hands yet, but I’m a total sucker for scritches. If I see another bird getting attention, I’ll sidle up and wait for my turn to be cradled in a towel for some chest-side snuggles.

My Perfect Match: I’m a big fan of the "buddy system." I really thrive when I have other bird friends to socialize with. Whether you have a lonely cockatiel looking for a partner or you’re looking to adopt a pair, I’m your guy.

My Favorite Things:

Snacks: Snap peas, carrots, apples, and my colorful pellets.

Hobbies: Singing, foraging on the floor, and showing those popsicle sticks who’s boss.

Vibe: Cheerful, social, and ready to fill your home with birdy songs.

I’ve been through a lot, but I’ve come out the other side as a happy, healthy guy who just wants a flock to call his own. Are you ready to go Bananas for me?

In nature, cockatiels live in large flocks. A single bird in a cage spends much of his/her life being lonely because humans have things they must do that take them away. We therefore will only adopt a single cockatiel to a household if there is already at least one cockatiel living there. Otherwise, cockatiels must be adopted in groups of two or more.

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