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Major Mitchell's Cockatoo birds Major Mitchell's Cockatoo Species Profile Traits:  Major Mitchell's cockatoos are strikingly beautiful parrots. Females tend to be more docile than males of this species and therefore tend to make better pets. Major Mitchell's cockatoos are inquisitive and will explore everything in the house, and therefore need to be given safe opportunities to explore, play and chew. Like most cockatoo species, Major Mitchell's cockatoos demand a lot of attention and they let their owners know it. When given structured attention, this species makes a very affectionate pet. Behavior/Health Concerns:  Like many cockatoo species, Major Mitchell's cockatoos can be destructive chewers, and for this reason should not be permitted to roam the house unsupervised. They are very active and need a pet bird cage large enough for them to fully spread their wings. They can learn to open cages, so escape-proof latches may be necessary. Mal...

Adoption Process It has become necessary to list the ground rules by which we operate. Please take the time to read the following before submitting an application. 1. Our number one priority is the birds we are charged with caring for. 2. YES, we do charge a fee to adopt a bird.  WHY?  Because there is a great deal of time, money, sweat, blood, and tears that go into the rehabilitation of many of our birds.  It takes money, time, and considerable effort to find these birds forever homes and often times we have costly veterinary bills for these birds.  However, our fees are much less than retail and are based on the individual bird.  We are not going to give away the birds.   To do this would be to let down the birds that we are currently caring for and eventually, will cause us to shut our doors as there will be NO money left to care for any of the birds.  If you are looking for a free bird, please look elsewhere as birds are not free n...

Cockatoo Adoption Cockatoos can’t seem to shake the “velcro bird,” moniker. These birds have a tendency to want to be everywhere their people are. The cockatoo’s cuddly nature is definitely one of its biggest draws. The key to healthy, happy cockatoo relationship, however, is a balance of independent play and scheduled human interaction. After all, of all the species of companion parrot, cockatoos, would be most likely to find themselves on the therapist’s couch to deal with co-dependency issues, complaining, if they could, “I just want to be loved and appreciated.”  Cockatoos, can be quite vocal, which can make for a tricky situation for those who have close neighbors. Companion cockatoos come in two sizes: large cockatoos and small cockatoos. Large cockatoos are noticeably bigger, and include the umbrella, Moluccan, greater sulphur crest and triton. Smaller cockatoos include the bare eye, slender bill, Goffin’s, rose breast, lesser sulphur crest and citron.  ...

Cockatoo Care On top of that, Cockatoos are very intelligent and inquisitive birds, and they love to show off!    A Cockatoo will make comical displays with outspread wings, head bobbing, dancing, and loud calls. These birds are very active and curious about their environment. A happy cockatoo spends most of its waking time performing, or examining and manipulating its toys and other cage objects.    Because of their loving quailties and intelligence, Cockatoos have a very high need for attention, affection, and interaction. A single cockatoo will thrive as your pet only if you devote time and attention to it. You will need to spend a good deal of time playing with it and sharing affections on a regular daily basis.    However, two pet cockatoos can be ideal if you are not able to devote so much time and attention as the bird will demand. Bored cockatoos are notorious for developing bad habits such as screeching and feather p...

Lesser Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo birds Scientific Name:  Cacatua sulphurea Size:  13 inches Native Region:  Indonesian Islands Life Expectancy:  50 to 60 years Noise Level:  Moderate Talk/Trick Ability:  Fair-Good talking ability; Good trick ability Traits:  Lesser sulphur-crested cockatoos are playful, mischievous, entertaining birds that delight in learning and showing off new behaviors. They are known to be escape artists and can learn to unlock and open cage doors. They are very affectionate and demand a great deal of attention and can start to engage in destructive behavior, such as feather plucking, if not given structured attention; therefore they are best suited to someone who has the time and desire to devote to the bird. Behavior/Health Concerns:  Lesser sulphur-cockatoos have a great need to chew, so provide plenty of healthy pet bird toys and materials. They are dusty birds, so they are not suitable for ...

Galah or Rose-breasted Cockatoos / Roseate Scientific Name:  Eolophus roseicapillus Size:  Medium, up 15 inches Native Region:  Australia Life Expectancy:  65 years Noise Level:  Loud Talk/Trick Ability:  Moderate Traits:  An endless performer, the rose-breasted cockatoo thrives on interaction from its human flock and a plethora of toys while on its own. To keep rose-breasted cockatoos happy, they need at least one hour of playtime a day. They also exercise time with their owner and several more hours of supervised out of the cage time. Behavior/Health Concerns:  Without enough mental and physical stimulation, rose-breasted cockatoos can resort to destructive behaviors, such as feather picking. They are susceptible to psittacine beak and feather disease (PBFD), fatty liver disease, obesity and bumblefoot. While these pet birds need attention and time with humans, they must also learn how to be independent and not ...

Citron-Crested Cockatoo birds Scientific Name:  Cacatua sulphurea citrinocristata Size:  15 inches Native Region:  Indonesia's Lesser Sunda Islands and Sumba Life Expectancy:  50 to 60 years Noise Level:  Quiet; occasional honk/screech Talk/Trick Ability:  Low talking ability; excellent trick ability raits:  Unlike many other cockatoo species, citron-crested cockatoos are generally very quiet. They are friendly, sociable and curious and become very attached to their owners. Trade of citron-crested cockatoos bred in captivity is permitted. Each bird must be sold with an official CITES certificate to prove that it was bred in captivity, and not wild caught. They will raise their crest feathers in display or when surprised. When hand-reared, this species of cockatoo makes an extremely sweet pet. Although their speaking ability is limited, they enjoy learning tricks and can be easily trained. Behavior/Health Concerns: ...

Umbrella Cockatoo The umbrella cockatoo, also known as the white cockatoo or the great white-crested cockatoo, is well-known in bird circles as being one of the most affectionate and affable companion birds widely available on the market today. An Indonesian native, the umbrella is slightly smaller than the Moluccan cockatoo, but is not smaller in personality or charm. This out-going cockatoo is infamous for its outlandish antics and for being clingy with its owners. The umbrella can be distinguished from other white cockatoos by its wholly white crest that raises like an umbrella when the bird is excited, agitated, or ready to play (or bite!). Both the beak and legs are a dark gray, and the feathers on the undersides of the wings and tail are light yellow. Native Region / Natural Habitat The umbrella cockatoo is native to the islands of Indonesia, where it lives in tropical rainforest. Personality & Behavior The umbrella cockatoo certainly makes a c...