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Salmon-crested Cockatoo
AdvancedCacatua moluccensis
A large cockatoo from the Moluccas with beautiful salmon-pink crest. Emotionally expressive and forms strong bonds. Demanding and very loud.
Difficulty
Advanced
Temperature
18〜28℃
Lifespan
40-60 years
Size
46-52cm
Humidity
50〜70%
Diet
Pellets, Seeds, Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts
About
The salmon-crested cockatoo (Cacatua moluccensis), also known as the Moluccan cockatoo, is a large white cockatoo endemic to the southern Moluccas of Indonesia. It has a large salmon-pink crest, is highly emotional and bonds strongly with people but is very loud and demanding. It is threatened in the wild and listed on CITES Appendix I.
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Basic Info
Origin
southern Moluccas, Indonesia
Lifespan
40-60 years
Size
46-52cm
Temperature
18〜28℃
Humidity
50〜70%
Diet
Pellets, Seeds, Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts
Care Guide
Housing
Extra-large cage and long daily free time essential
Diet
Varied balanced diet. Avoid excessive fat
Temperament
References & Sources
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Primary sources
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Cacatua moluccensis (Gmelin, 1788)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES 附属書I
Cacatua moluccensis(オオバタン)。CITES 附属書I。
Sources: CITES Appendices (valid from 25.05.2024)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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