Read About Moluccan Cockatoo

Moluccan Cockatoo is a rare bird found in Indonesia. It is one of the most beautiful cockatoos. Here's everything you need to know about them.

Moluccan Cockatoo -- Facts

1. Breed:

   Moluccans belong to the Cacatuidae family. They are one of the types of cockatoos.

2. Size:

   Moluccan cockatoos are large in size about 17 to 20 inches in size. They weigh up to 1000 grams.

3. Life Span:

   Moluccan birds can live more than 40 years if they get proper care.

4. Varieties:

   Moluccan cockatoos itself is a variety cockatoos. They have no further varieties.

5. Origins:

   Moluccan cockatoos are native to Molucca islands, Indonesia.

6. Physical Traits:

   Moluccan cockatoos are the largest of the white cockatoos. They have a lovely peach colored plumage. They are sexually dimorphic. Male eyes are black and female eyes are brown. Their legs and beak is grayish black in color.

7. Temperament:

   Moluccan cockatoos are sweet pet birds. They can become attached to their owners. They love freedom, out of the cage. They need lot of attention from their masters. They have destructive beak and like to chew many things.

8. Trainability:

   Moluccans can be taught many tricks. They are intelligent and they love to do new things. They don't like to sit quietly.

Moluccan Cockatoo -- Care

1. Habitat:

   Wild moluccan cockatoos are an endangered species. But many moluccans are available to keep as pets. They will need large cages with proper surrounding and normal room temperature. Wild moluccans live in forests near the islands.

2. Food:

   Moluccan cockatoos like to eat food of their own choice. It mainly consists of lots of fruits like apples, bananas, oranges, beet roots, papayas, tomatoes and other seasonal fruits.

3. Compatibility:

   Moluccans are highly compatible with the owners. They are affectionate and loving. They are good talking birds.

Moluccan Cockatoo -- Concerns

1. Benefits:

   Moluccan cockatoos are very beautiful birds to be kept as cage birds. They are a very good companion for every member of the family. With their new tricks they will entertain you.

2. Liabilities:

   Moluccan cockatoos are very demanding birds. If they get bored, they start plucking their feathers. Their loud voice can be sometimes irritating. They can be dangerous if not handled properly.

3. Health Issues:

   There are no major health issues related with them if proper care is taken. Birds in small cages that are on unhygienic food will fall sick.

4. Specific Care Needs:

   Whenever you are going to keep moluccans outside the cage be sure to be present with them. They don't like to be kept in cages all the time. Try to provide them as much freedom as you can.

5. Special Household Needs:

   Moluccans are one of the most demanding parrots. They need lots of fruits. They need some freedom outside the cage. Their beak is very powerful. Give them many items to chew.

Moluccan Cockatoo -- How to Choose

1. What to Look for:

   Moluccan chicks must be checked for their size and weight. Both should be in accordance with their age. Their legs, toes, feathers and wings must be also seen carefully.

2. Supplies:

   You will have to provide them cage and cage cover, food and water dishes, grooming spray, treats and vitamin supplements, etc.

3. Expense:

   Moluccan cockatoos can be available at the price about $1500 and above.