Philippine Cockatoo
NamePhilippine Cockatoo
Common NamePhilippine Cockatoo
Scientific NameCacatua haematuropygia
FamilyCacatuidae
Wingspan (cm)55
Length (cm)32
Weight (g)280
Plumage DetailsPredominantly white plumage with a pale, horn-colored bill. The most striking feature is the bright red-orange and yellow undertail coverts, which are visible when the tail is spread. It has a small, white crest and a pale pinkish-white eye-ring with dark red eyes.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include harsh, screeching calls, often repeated, and softer chattering sounds. They can also produce a variety of whistles and squawks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal, wetland
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Philippines, historically found on many islands but now restricted to a few fragmented populations, primarily Palawan, Tawitawi, and Polillo islands.
Identifying FeaturesAll-white plumage, Red-orange and yellow undertail coverts, Pale horn-colored bill, Small, erectile white crest, Red eyes with pale eye-ring
Description
The Philippine Cockatoo is a medium-sized, all-white parrot with a short, erectile crest. It is known for its distinctive red-orange and yellow undertail coverts, which are visible when the tail is fanned. This species is often seen foraging in pairs or small flocks, feeding on a variety of plant matter.
