Major Mitchell's Cockatoo

Cacatua leadbeateri

The Major Mitchell's Cockatoo is a striking and charismatic bird native to Australia. With its soft pink and white plumage, it is highly sought after in the pet trade, although it is a protected species. This cockatoo is known for its expressive crest and raucous calls. It inhabits arid and semi-arid inland areas, favoring open woodlands and scrublands. Major Mitchell's Cockatoos are known for their playful and social nature, often forming large flocks. They feed on seeds, fruits, and insects. Despite being a popular pet, their conservation status is of least concern, although habitat loss and illegal trapping remain threats.

Habitat: Open woodlands and scrublands