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Palm Cockatoo  (Probosciger aterrimus)

Also Known As: Cape York Cockatoo, Great Palm Cockatoo, Black Macaw, Great Black Cockatoo, Goliath Cockatoo
 
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Palm Cockatoo profile

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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Gentle dispostition, but easily stressed.

Captive Status:
Uncommon

Longevity:
40-60 yrs

Housing:
Walk-in aviary, minimum length 7m (23 ft).

Enrichment:
Bird-safe chewables (wood, sterilized pine cones), fir boughs, ladders, large link chains (durable plastic) swings, bathing.

Nest Box Size:
1.5m (5 ft) high and 38cm (15 in) in diameter (log).

Clutch Size:
1

Incubation Time:
30-35 days

Fledging Age:
80 days

Hatch Weight:
18g (0.6 oz)

Peak Weight:
600-900g (21-31.5 oz), depending on subspecies.

Weaning Weight:
About 600-900g (21-31.5 oz), depending on subspecies.

Link to Specialist Club:
Cockatoo Society. 26961 N. Broadway, 92026.

Captive Projects:
SSP Projects: White Oak Conservation Centre, Lowry Park Zoo, San Antonio Zoo, National Zoo, Henry Vilas Zoo.

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