Palm Cockatoo

Jade Welch

Palm Cockatoo

The Palm Cockatoo (Probosciger aterrimus) is a large black Cockatoo. They inhabit the tip of Cape York (Australia), Papua New Guinea and Aru Island. Their large crest, facial patch, large bill and range of calls make them quite distinctive.

The large beak is used to crack open seed pods, seed and fruits as well as to help create a layer of splinters in the nest. The facial patch and crest are used to display the birds mood e.g the facial patch may go bright red when the bird is excited or aroused. This bird was photographed at Adelaide Zoo in South Australia.

Palm Cockatoo belongs to the following groups:

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Palm Cockatoo by Jade Welch
  • jesika

    jesika

    A beautiful and very impressive bird. Lovely image & thanks for the information.
    j

  • Jade Welch

    Jade Welch

    Thanks for the compliment Jesika. They are magnificent birds and real impressive.

  • caitlynnn

    caitlynnn

    your photography is so beautiful. i love the light in this photo.

  • Jade Welch

    Jade Welch

    Thanks Caitlynn. I looked at your work by the way and was quite impressed. Keep up the good work.

  • Bruce  Dickson

    Bruce Dickson

    Excellent shot.

  • Bruce  Dickson

    Bruce Dickson

    Meant to add … share your love of birds, particularly Australia’s. They make the coolest array of sounds you could every hear! And enliven any environment with their presence. Your images of them are all highly enjoyable.

  • Louise Robinson

    Louise Robinson

    Beautiful shot! Very nicely captured!

  • Tamara  Kenneally

    Tamara Kenneally

    Great image!! Especially throught wire. I love these birds, their call makes me laugh

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