Sulphur-crested Cockatoo
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NameSulphur-crested Cockatoo
Common NameSulphur-crested Cockatoo
Scientific NameCacatua galerita
FamilyCacatuidae
Wingspan (cm)90
Length (cm)50
Weight (g)950
Plumage DetailsPredominantly white plumage with a distinctive, large, erectile sulphur-yellow crest. The underside of the wings and tail feathers often show a pale yellow wash. They have a dark grey to black beak and a pale blue-grey eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallKnown for their extremely loud, harsh, and screeching calls, often described as a 'ka-ark' or 'scree-ah'. They also produce softer chattering and whistling sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, woodland, urban, agricultural
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to eastern and northern Australia, New Guinea, and some Indonesian islands. Feral populations have also established in various urban areas worldwide.
Identifying Featureslarge white plumage, prominent yellow erectile crest, dark grey beak, pale blue eye-ring, loud screeching call
Description
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is a large, striking white parrot known for its prominent yellow erectile crest. These intelligent and long-lived birds are highly social, often seen in large flocks foraging in trees or on the ground.
