

They generally require an aviary no less than four to six metres long by one to two metres wide. The beak is also affected and becomes fragile and does not repair itself.ĭue to its highly contagious nature to other parrot species, it is advisable to avoid any bird suspected of having this condition. PBFD is chronic and incurable and results in poor feather growth and ultimately, complete feather loss. The black cockatoos are less susceptible to this disease. Psittacine beak and feather disease (Circovirus infection or PBFD) is a problem that is frequently encountered in the white cockatoo species. For this reason,they can be a challenging bird to keep and therefore require a committed owner who is willing to provide continuing obedience training. These friendly birds are good talkers but also possess the ability to make loud screaming noises. Birds deprived of this affection may become loud and develop unwanted behaviours. They have great characters, a “cuddly” nature and enjoy physical interaction with their owner. With a lifespan of up to 120 years with some species, these birds make wonderful life long friends. However, these birds require an extremely dedicated owner who is willing to provide significant and meaningful attention to this highly intelligent species. Hand reared male Red Tailed Black Cockatoos are generally less prone to bite and make better pets, especially for younger owners, for this reason.

MOLUCCAN COCKATOO DIET FREE
Behavior / TrainingĬonsistent training from a young age will help ensure potential owners enjoy a bird free of this destructive habit.
MOLUCCAN COCKATOO DIET CRACK
The strong, heavy beak is used to crack large seeds but can also produce a powerful and destructive bite.

For those approaching this parrot -a raised crest may be a warning not to touch them – or else risk being bitten.

These very friendly and affectionate birds make great pets. The species available as pets range from the well-known Sulphur Crested , the Galah, the Major Mitchell, the Red tail Black Cockatoo, to the lesser known White (Umbrella) Cockatoo. Native to Australia, Papua New Guinea and Indonesia, there are over 40 species.
