White cockatoo

Class: Birds

Order: Psittaciformes

Family: Cacatuidae

Weight: 400–800 g

Body length: 45–50 cm, wingspan – about 90 cm

Coloration: The white cockatoo has entirely white plumage with a yellowish tint on the underside of its wings and tail. It has a large crest that can be raised and lowered, and its beak is black and powerful.

Age of sexual maturity: 4–6 years

Incubation period: Egg incubation lasts 28–30 days

Lifespan: up to 40 years in the wild, up to 70 years in captivity

Habitat: White cockatoos are native to the Moluccan Islands in Indonesia. They prefer tropical forests but are also found in mangrove swamps and open woodlands.

Diet: The diet of white cockatoos includes fruits, nuts, seeds, flowers, and buds of trees. They sometimes consume insects and small invertebrates. Near human settlements, they may eat crops like corn and grains.

Did you know?

• White cockatoos are known not only for their beauty but also for their exceptional intelligence. They can solve complex tasks, use tools, and demonstrate strong social behaviors.
• Cockatoos have loud voices and often produce piercing calls, which help them maintain contact with others over long distances.
• These birds form strong pair bonds that last for life. They carefully groom each other’s feathers and spend a lot of time together.
• White cockatoos are popular pets due to their friendly nature and ability to mimic human speech. They are commonly seen in zoos and aviaries.
• They display interesting behavior by raising their crest when excited or curious. The crest serves as an important means of non-verbal communication, both with other birds and humans.