Least Concern Sulphur-crested Cockatoo
Cacatua galerita
Also known as: White Cockatoo (generic)
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is a large, iconic white parrot with an expressive yellow crest, native to the wooded habitats of Australia and New Guinea. Highly intelligent and sometimes mischievous, they are known to dismantle timber decking and engage in complex social behaviours. They are extremely long-lived birds, often forming strong bonds and gathering in large, raucous flocks.
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These cockatoos are known for their loud calls and impressive ability to mimic sounds. Quick Facts
Detailed Information on the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo
Weight
0.82 kg
Height
50 cm
Length
50 cm
Wingspan
100 cm
Top Speed
70
km/h
Social Structure:
Gregarious (Large flocks)
Activity Pattern:
Diurnal
Trophic Level: Herbivore
Migration: Sedentary
Population Trend: Increasing
Main Threats:
- Habitat destruction
- Human-wildlife conflict
Sydney (Australia)
Blue Mountains (NSW)
Family: Cacatuidae
Order: Psittaciformes
