Open arid and semi-arid habitats including scrubland, farmland, and woodland near water in Australia.
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Song & Call Comparison
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Song & Call Comparison
Citron-crested Cockatoo
雞尾鸚鵡
鸣唱
A loud, whistled 'weet' or 'weeeet'. Males whistle a melodic series; contact call is a high nasal 'ny'. Capable of mimicry in captivity. Song is relatively simple but pleasant.
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Geographic Range & Migration
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Geographic Range & Migration
Citron-crested Cockatoo
雞尾鸚鵡
Interior of Australia, generally avoiding coastal areas. The second most popular pet bird worldwide.
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Conservation Status Comparison
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保护状况
Critically Endangered
Citron-crested Cockatoo
Least Concern
雞尾鸚鵡
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Identification Tips — How to Tell Them Apart
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How to Tell Them Apart
Citron-crested Cockatoo
雞尾鸚鵡
羽毛
Wild-type males are grey with white wing patches, a yellow face, and bright orange cheek patches. Females are duller with barred tail undersides. Many captive color mutations exist.
喙
Short, curved, grey bill
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About Each Bird (Descriptions)
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More Birds in Family
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