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Lesser Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo


Pearly sitting on a willow branch above his cage


Pearly playing on top of his large new cage

Pearly inside his large new cage

Lesser Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo


Latin name:
Cacatua sulphurea sulphurea

Family:
Psittacidae

Origin:
N&E Coastal Australia, New Guinea.

Description:
Lesser sulphur crested Cockatoos are small, have yellow crests & cheek patches Ear coverts are deeper yellow. The sexes are similar but the iris of the male is black compared to brown in the female

Sexing:
The males have darker eyes than females.

Trainability:
Although not the best speakers, these birds can be taught to talk, whistle and learn tricks.

Loudness:
Has a very loud call.

Typical Length:
12-14 Inches







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