The Moluccan Cockatoo
Fast Facts
One of the largest cockatoos.
Extremely destructive chewer.
Extremely destructive chewer.
Moluccan Cockatoo Native Region & Natural Habitat
Native Region:
Indonesia
Natural Habitat:
Lowland forests
Average Size in Grams: 751-1200 grams
Cost to Acquire: $1000+
Interaction Level: Highly Social
Good Pet for a Child? No
Cage Size: Large
Average Lifespan: 36-50 years
Involvement Required: High
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Moluccan Cockatoo
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Moluccan Cockatoo Care, Feeding and Behavior
Freshwater/pellets/fresh produce daily, large-sized cage, many wood toys for chewing and destroying, exposure to radio or television when alone to keep company, a significant amount of time out of cage daily to socialize and be handled, annual veterinary check-ups, regular nail clipping +/- misting, best housed singly.
Moluccan Cockatoo Personality & Behavior
very social, cuddly, needy, affectionate, intelligent
Zupreem Primary Food Recommendation: FruitBlend
If Converting Moluccan Cockatoo From A Seed Diet To A Pellet Diet, What is the Best Conversion Method?
Tough Love
Health and Common Conditions:
feather picking/self-mutilation, obesity, psittacine beak and feather disease, atherosclerosis, stroke
Does Moluccan Cockatoo Typically Bond to One Person?
Sometimes
Do They Bite? Painful Bite
Can You Put More Than One In The Same Cage? No
Best Bird Food and Treats For Moluccan Cockatoo
Zupreem Natural
Zupreem Sensible Seed
Zupreem Pure Fun
Zupreem Real Rewards
