Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo

Cacatua galerita

Native Range Australia and New Guinea
Category Birds
Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo

About the Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo

The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is a large, striking white parrot best known for the dramatic yellow crest it raises when excited, alarmed, or engaging socially. These birds are highly intelligent, emotionally complex, and intensely social.

Habitat

In the wild, Sulphur-crested Cockatoos inhabit open woodlands, forests, coastal regions, and even urban areas. They are highly adaptable.

Diet

Seeds, nuts, fruits, roots, and cultivated crops.

Interesting Facts

  • Sulphur-crested Cockatoos can live 60-80 years or more
  • Their powerful beaks can crack hard nuts and wood with ease
  • They are known for loud, far-carrying vocalizations
  • Highly social, they may become distressed if isolated
  • They can learn complex routines and recognize individual people

Why This Animal Matters

Sulphur-crested Cockatoos are powerful ambassadors for understanding the responsibilities associated with keeping highly intelligent, long-lived parrots.

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