Cockatoo parrots for sale

Cockatoos stand out from other parrot species with their dramatic crest feathers, dusty feathers, and varying shades of white, pink, gray, and black. Pet cockatoos are often referred to as “burlap birds” because they are very sociable and have an almost obsessive need to be around people. Cockatoos range in size from medium to large.

Home region / natural habitat

There are 21 species of cockatoos that belong to the family Cacatuidae. The different species of cockatoos are found in Australia, Australasia, Indonesia, the Solomon Islands and New Guinea.

Care & feeding

A cockatoo needs a well-constructed cage not only to prevent it from escaping, but also to prevent the bird from destroying it. A pet cockatoo needs a constant supply of suitable items for chewing and destruction. Cockatoos tend to be more needy than other parrot species and an owner should set boundaries early or the bird may scream for attention. A cockatoo that is new to the home should not be lavished with constant attention, but should be given toys and other activities as well as intermittent attention so that the bird learns to entertain itself when the people in its life are unable to are to offer him something - all at once.

The food for cockatoos should be nutritious, but also contain a feed ingredient. Cockatoos are fun-loving, intelligent and energetic parrots, and their food should reflect these characteristics. Wild cockatoos forage all day for seeds and nuts, as well as coconuts and grains. Like all companion parrots, cockatoos don't just feed on bird food. Cockatoo food shouldn't be boring either and he will love foods like Avi-Cakes, Pellet-Berries, Nutri-Berries and Lafeber's Premium Daily Diet Pellets.