Lots of people want to have this cute creature as their pet. They can be found at various pet shops to be adopted. A properly raised and trained Cockatoo would cost a bit more. Although, in some areas, baby cockatoos are known to be expensive. The cost of cockatoos varies from region to region. Its price ranges from a minimum of $80 to a maximum of $6,000. Yes, you read it right.
Species of Cockatoo:
Palm Cockatoo ($16000)Umbrella Cockatoo ($1000)Moluccan Cockatoo ($1400)Goffin’s cockatoo (&1000-$1200)Galah Cockatoo ($700)
Why is it so Expensive?
Cockatoos are expensive because they are endangered species now. The red tail cockatoo is the rarest one and can cost up to $1500. The price may increase depending on color, training level, age and breed.
Let’s look at some characteristics of the Cockatoo and how to identify it from other parrots,
Size: they range from medium to large size. It depends on age and breed.
Color: they vary from white color, and black to gray colors. They also have tones of other colors in their feather-like blue, red, yellow etc.
Length: Average length of a cockatoo is from 12 inches to 25 inches.
Weight: they weigh 300 grams to 700 grams
Life Span: they have an average life span of 20 years to 40 years or plus
Eggs: they may be 1 to 8 eggs.
Likes to eat: their favorite food includes seeds, buds, and fruits. Yummy.
Sociability level: cockatoos love to cuddle the owner. They are affectionate towards caretakers and may feel sad if left alone.
Cool Feature: they have a majestic head crest. They can move it voluntarily which makes it one of its salient features. Isn’t it cool?
Tail: They have a long tail with pointed feathers.
Why are cockatoos as pets?
Let’s discuss the reasons why you should look for a cockatoo when it comes to owning a pet.
They have unique and attractive features. Eye-catching crest. They can love you in your sad times. They will cuddle you to make you happy. They have a long life span. That means you will have a friend for a longer-term. They have beautiful voices. They can talk if they are trained. They are very naughty. They are basically from some of the most beautiful regions of the earth. They love toys in their cage. They are very loud in vocals. Unlike other parrots.
Factors on Which the cost of cockatoo price depends:
There are some factors on which the price of a cockatoo depends, let’s’ look at some of them,
Country: if you are in a country, where cockatoos are not found, then it will be expensive. The sellers will get them from other countries and then will sell them at higher rates. Don’t worry, they are worth the cost. Countries like Australia, where the cockatoos originated from will have cockatoos sold at cheaper rates. Breed: As already discussed, cockatoos have many breeds. Some of them are highly endangered and rare. If you see a highly rare one, then be prepared because it will be costly. However, white cockatoos are relatively cheaper. Age: In some areas, young cockatoos are very expensive because they can’t be trained the way the owner wants. You can train them as you like. However, the grown-ups are less likely to learn new habits and therefore, will be cheaper. But, the already trained adults will be expensive because the seller would have spent a lot of time training them. So, he will want the price for it. Behavior: Some cockatoos are quite annoying if not well tamed. Due to their high-pitched voice, if they are not tamed, they might not be very much wanted. This can lower the cost for buyers.
So, after reading the whole article, go look for your very own Cockatoo and give it a cute name. and Tada! you just got a cuddly friend to love forever.
Can Cockatoo Fly?
Answer: Yes, they can.
Is a Cockatoo a parrot?
Answer: Yes, Cockatoo is a parrot species.
Can Cockatoo talk like other parrots:
Answer: Cockatoos can be trained to learn a few words. They also whistle.
Do you need a license to keep a cockatoo?
Answer: Not. They don’t need a license.
Cockatoos are known as the most wanted pets for their attractive habits and looks. They are cute, friendly and cuddly. You can find them in white color with a touch of reds and blues, however, in some parts of the world, they are also black. Because it will not judge you. Lol. Just Kidding. This creature only wants to give love and only to be loved back.
Lots of people want to have this cute creature as their pet. They can be found at various pet shops to be adopted. A properly raised and trained Cockatoo would cost a bit more. Although, in some areas, baby cockatoos are known to be expensive. The cost of cockatoos varies from region to region. Its price ranges from a minimum of $80 to a maximum of $6,000. Yes, you read it right.
Likes to eat: their favorite food includes seeds, buds, and fruits. Yummy.
Sociability level: cockatoos love to cuddle the owner. They are affectionate towards caretakers and may feel sad if left alone.
Cool Feature: they have a majestic head crest. They can move it voluntarily which makes it one of its salient features. Isn’t it cool?
