The species is found in a variety of forest environments, from rainforest to woodland and partly cleared farmland. The species was found in high numbers across the entire survey area. Sulphur-crested Cockatoos are considered a pest in some urban situations, as they can damage wood decking, panelling, and sometimes window and roof eaves. They are listed as an official Native Household Pet Animal. Secure, not listed under the EPBC Act 1999. Conservation (Pet/Pest) Status - National Numbers are highest in autumn and winter with numbers dropping in spring as they retreat to the mountains to breed. Conservation (Pet/Pest) Status - Regional They are also found in New Guinea and the Aru Islands and have been introduced into New Zealand and Indonesia. The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo's range extends across Eastern Australia, Tasmania and Northern Australia, with a small population around Perth. The Gang-gang Cockatoo ( Callocephalon fimbriatum) and the Yellow-tailed Black-Cockatoo ( Calyptorhynchus funereus) are similar in size and shape, however their dark plumage makes them very easy to differentiate. Very loud, some consider unpleasant screeches: 'airrrik, aarrrk, ahrk, aieirrk, aieirieik!' Similar Species Survey TechniquesĬall and visual identification. The species is loud and conspicuous both in flight and resting and is common in large eucalypts around Canberra. The males, females and young look almost identical. It has a distinctive bright yellow crest, yellow feathers on the underside of the wings and tail and a large, wide, dark grey beak. The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is a large white parrot 45-50cm in length. Sulphur-crested Cockatoo, White Cockatoo Distinguishing Features Suburban gardeners should ensure that yards are free from any seed bearing weed species. Within the suburbs, Cockatoos are attacked by the smaller but more aggressive Common Mynas ( Acridotheres tristis). This species has adapted particularly well to the partial land clearing of the region and does not seem to have problems finding nest hollows, food and water. Cockatoos can spread the seeds of weed species to adjacent woodland.
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