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Blue-eyed Cockatoo  (Cacatua ophthalmica)

Also Known As: White Cockatoo
 
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Blue-eyed Cockatoo Profile

Credit: (c) Anthony Snell
 
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Friendly and playful; will mimic and talk; possibly fussy about food.

Captive Status:
Very rare

Longevity:
40-50 yrs.

Housing:
Walk-in aviary, minimum length 4.5 m (14.7 ft).

Enrichment:
Bathing, socialization, chew and puzzle toys, swings, ropes.

Nest Box Size:
40cm x 40cm x 100cm ( 15.5" x 15.5" x 39") box.

Clutch Size:
2 or 3

Incubation Time:
28 days

Fledging Age:
12 weeks

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

More Info Sites:
http://www.avianweb.com/blueeyedcockatoo.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue-eyed_Cockatoo