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Some of my readers have complained in the past about the destructive nature of this species. With such an abundance of food, cockatoos can easily get bored and start chewing on timber work around houses and other buildings. In populated areas, this beautiful bird is often regarded as an unwelcome pest. In some caravan parks we have stayed in where this bird is resident, a noisy flock can be an unwelcome alarm clock, particularly at first light when one wants to sleep in a little. These birds have a very raucous call, and when a flock flies low overhead while calling, it is very hard to carry on a conversation. A large flock can also add colour to a dull grey looking gum tree when they all perch together. When a flock is feeding on the ground, one or more birds will perch in a tree or on a fence post watching out for any danger. I have seen large flocks settle in paddocks, making the ground look like snow has fallen. In my travels around different parts of Australia, I have observed this species in large numbers, especially where there is an abundance of seed for them to feed on, such as pastures.

Throughout its range, it can often be found in large flocks numbering from a few dozen through to many hundreds. It has been introduced to the south of Western Australia, and in New Zealand. It is found along the north, east and southern coasts of Australia, and in Tasmania.

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I have included a series of photos of this species in this post today. Preceding unsigned comment added by 152.91.9.One of Australia’s most recognised and common birds would have to be the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo. Need to check the literature to find the real story. Breeding says they don't need old hollow tress as they hollow out young trees, status says they need old hollow trees. contribs) 20:37, 10 July 2010 (UTC) Reply īreeding and status sections contradict each other.

I suggest emending the caption accordingly. They are most likely to be a pair of siblings, still being fed by their parents. Given this they are unlikely to be a pair (as Gang-gangs, unlike other smaller parrots, only begin to breed after they have lost immature plumage). So they are most likely two immature birds. The female also a bit scruffy and young looking. Actually the bird on the left is an immature male (because it has the orange bars on the breast like the female). The caption on the main image says that it's a pair (male and female). Why the hell has someone from the Prime Minister's Cabinet of Australia been editing the page so it switches from 'hollow tree trunk' to 'closed tree trunk' 22 times?! 68.85.39.148 00:52, 25 August 2007 (UTC) 04:27, 10 July 2010 (UTC) Reply I always thought that the Gang-gang Cockatoo was shy, but also lacking fear of humans, and appeared very friendly, which is why so many of them got taken as pets, or killed by non-native animals. More outstanding tasks at the project's cleanup listing, Category:Birds articles needing attention, and Wikipedia:WikiProject Birds/Todo. Add taxonomic authorities to genus articles.

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