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Umbrella Cockatoo · Cacatua alba

Umbrella Cockatoo

A walking, talking hug.

Meet them before you decide

Everything's talked through in person at the aviary.

Velcro birdCrest showExperienced homes

Right now at the aviary

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Singles & pairs
Good for
Experienced keepers
Lifespan
40–60+ years
Size
About 46 cm

Snow-white with a crest that opens like an umbrella whenever it's excited. Umbrella cockatoos are famously affectionate and want to be with their people — best for experienced keepers who are home a lot.

Talking abilityA few words
CuddlinessVelcro bird
Noise levelLoud & proud
First-bird friendlyExperienced

Care guide

Life with an umbrella cockatoo

What they eat

Pellets, vegetables, some fruit and nuts sparingly — cockatoos gain weight easily.

Their home

An extra-large cage, a play stand and heavy-duty toys to shred. Plenty of out-of-cage time.

Time & attention

The ultimate cuddle bird. Needs a family who's home a lot and ready for a big commitment.

We'll go through all of this with you in person, too — bring your questions to the meetup.

Our full cockatoos guide

See one in action

Cockatoo kisses

Hand-raised and completely smitten: one of our umbrella cockatoos showering Sherwin with affection.

Filmed right here at the aviary. Come meet ours in person at a meetup.

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