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.
Sulphur-crested Cockatoo Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions About the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is sedentary and is associated with Woodlands, forests, urban areas in Australia, New Guinea.
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo can be found in Australia, New Guinea and is most often associated with Woodlands, forests, urban areas.
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo feeds on Seeds, nuts, fruits, roots and is considered a herbivore.
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is currently listed as Least Concern, with a increasing population trend. Main threats include Habitat destruction, Human-wildlife conflict.
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is usually gregarious (large flocks).
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is typically diurnal.
The main threats facing the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo include Habitat destruction and Human-wildlife conflict.
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo population trend is currently increasing.
Well-known places to look for the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo include Sydney (Australia) and Blue Mountains (NSW).
Natural predators of the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo include Birds of prey and Large monitor lizards.
Iconic Australian bird, often seen in suburban gardens.
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is part of the Cacatuidae family and a Psittaciformes order.
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo weighs about 0.82 kg, stands around 50 cm tall, reaches about 50 cm in length, and has a wingspan of about 100 cm.
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo can reach speeds of around 70 km/h.
