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Salmon-crested Cockatoo

Salmon-Crested Cockatoo Cacatua moluccensis

Banned from plantations! Salmon-crested cockatoos are known as pests in grain and coconut plantations because they love to attack young coconuts, chewing through the outer layers to get the milk and soft pulp within.

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ORIGIN:
Moluccan Islands, Indonesia

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HABITAT:
Lowland rainforests

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HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
Up to 2 lbs
Length: 18-20 lbs

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DIET:
Fruits, seeds, nuts and insects

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PREDATORS:
Rats, birds of prey and snakes

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NATURAL DEFENSES:
Puff out feathers to appear larger

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REPRODUCTION:
Lay 1-3 eggs at one time

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THREATS:
Habitat loss and collection for the pet trade

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LIFE EXPECTANCY:
70 yrs

What is the conservation status of the salmon-crested cockatoo?
Endangered
Near threatened
Vulnerable
Least threatened

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