Galah or Rose-breasted Cockatoos / Roseate
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 ...