![]() ![]() Their strutting, flapping wings, raised crests and overall body language can speak volumes! Not surprisingly, this means owners, breeders and zookeepers discover that Citron Cockatoos have other means of disposal for communicating with their brethren birds and two-legged humans. They can whistle or “chant” like the rest of them but aren’t as skilled at imitating human speech as most parrots. Females are quieter than the males, and are reported to demand less attention as well.Īs small-medium sized parrots, Citron Cockatoos are slightly (note: a tiny bit) less vocal than their other Cockatoo cousins. One can argue that being quiet compared to other cockatoos is one of the coveted features of this particular species of Cockatoo. ![]() They Have a Max Limit of 15 Words or Phrases in Their Vocabulary Many die of disease or injury before reaching their long age, and it is the owner’s responsibility to mitigate these risks through their well-researched and informed care. They’ve Got a Slightly Shorter Lifespan Than Other Cockatoosīut it’s still more than most pet owners can ask for! At 40 to 60 years in captivity, compared to some birds who can live even up to 90 years, the Citron Cockatoo’s longevity will be determined by the depth and quality of care and nutrition. It has also been reported that regarding eye-color, Male Citron cockatoos have black eyes, and females have brown eyes. However, the only noticeable difference lays on the color of their eyelids. The male and female citron cockatoos are nearly identical in appearance, which can make identification a pain for breeders and potential owners alike. Just remember the orange hair, and you’ll always remember that Citron-crested cockatoos have orange plumes! When the crests of these birds fully raise, they even look like individual spikes from a mohawk! Their Gender Can Be Determined by Looking at Their Eyelids Now, remember that mohawk-haired rocker from the Guitar Hero 3? There’s over 20 different cockatoo species variants, and each sports their own unique appearance. Here’s an easy way to identify and remember the appearance of Citron cockatoos. Averaging about 13 inches long at maturity, they can reach to about 15 inches or 50 cm in max length. In fact, they are the smallest of the yellow-crested cockatoos (the most famous one probably being the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo). They’re One of the Smallest Cockatoo Species! Read on this article for fascinating facts about the Citron cockatoo, all compiled in one convenient article, some light-hearted, some solemnly serious. The Citron Cockatoos’ notable characteristics, aside from its orange-crest and cheek feathers, are its quietness, “mildness” compared to other cockatoos and its rarity and state of being endangered. One of the easiest ways to remember the appearance of a citron cockatoo is in its name: citron, or “citrus,” denotes the color of its orange-colored head plumes. ![]()
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