Galah
NameGalah
Common NameGalah
Scientific NameEolophus roseicapilla
FamilyCacatuidae
Wingspan (cm)80
Length (cm)35
Weight (g)300
Plumage DetailsAdult Galahs have a distinctive rose-pink plumage on their face, neck, and underparts, with a paler pink crest. Their back, wings, and tail are a contrasting grey, and they have a whitish rump.
Vocalization / CallGalahs produce a variety of high-pitched, screeching calls, often described as 'cheet-cheet' or 'chull-chull'. These calls are typically loud and repeated, especially when in flight, alarmed, or communicating within a flock.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsopen woodlands, grasslands, agricultural areas, urban parks, suburban gardens
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across mainland Australia, including arid and semi-arid regions, and has expanded its range due to human-modified landscapes. Also found in Tasmania as an introduced species.
Identifying Featuresdistinctive pink and grey plumage, pale pink crest, short tail, loud screeching call, social behavior in large flocks
Description
The Galah is a medium-sized, strikingly colored cockatoo native to Australia, known for its vibrant pink and grey plumage. These highly social birds are often seen in large flocks, foraging on the ground or engaging in playful aerial displays.
