Galah
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NameGalah
Common NameGalah
Scientific NameEolophus roseicapilla
FamilyCacatuidae
Wingspan (cm)80
Length (cm)36.5
Weight (g)310
Plumage DetailsThe Galah features a bright rose-pink plumage on its face, neck, and underparts, extending to a paler pink crest. Its back, wings, and tail are a contrasting grey, with darker grey flight feathers.
Vocalization / CallGalahs produce a variety of loud, high-pitched screeching calls, often described as 'cheet-cheet' or 'chwee-chwee', which can be quite piercing and are frequently repeated.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsopen woodland, grassland, farmland, urban areas, savanna
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across mainland Australia, including Tasmania, and has expanded its range due to agricultural development.
Identifying Featuresrose-pink head and underparts, grey back and wings, pale pink erectile crest, short, hooked beak, distinctive screeching call
Description
The Galah is a medium-sized cockatoo easily recognized by its striking rose-pink and grey plumage. These highly social birds are often seen in large, noisy flocks, foraging on the ground for seeds and displaying acrobatic flight.
