![]() ![]() ![]() Of course, it is very difficult to get all of these when you keep the birds at home, and sometimes even impossible, so domestic ornithologists are accustomed to feeding cockatoos with ready-made staple foods for large parrots, in addition to giving the birds dried fruit, nuts, mineral dressings, fruits, and even eggs. In the wild, Moluccan cockatoos feed on a variety of seeds, fruits, berries, and nuts typical of their habitats. It is necessary to release the bird from its permanent habitat at least once a day, allowing it to fly or walk around the room for several hours. Walking outside the cage is always very important for the Moluccan cockatoo. You might also like our articles about the cost of lorikeets, parakeets, or green-cheek conures.įirst of all, you should place several bowls for different types of food inside the cage (it is desirable that the design of the feeders does not allow parrots to scatter food) water container (basic requirements are the same as for the feeder) a wooden rod or rope a small mirror, a swing or other things that will not let your pet get bored in your absence. Most simple designs are easy to open for these birds, so a standard case screw or hook won’t work for sure. In addition, a reliable lock is an equally important part of a good cage. In terms of manufacturing material, stainless steel products are the most suitable, galvanized, or lead-containing ones must be avoided because these materials strongly poison the body of parrots. The space between metal bars should be at least one inch so that the bird cannot stick its head through the holes. It is desirable that this be a rectangular structure with a size of at least 2 feet x 2 feet x 3 feet, which allows the bird to move calmly around the interior space and to spread its wings. Given the power of the cockatoo’s beak, ordinary cages, often used to house birds, will not work here because their thin stems will bend quickly. If you are determined to get a Moluccan cockatoo, then you should prepare acceptable conditions for it and carefully study the issue of bird care. Additional costs to take into consideration Habitat Cover $25 Habitat $115 Treats $5/month Food $15/month Food/Water Dishes $10 Habitat Substrate $10/month Toys $5 each Perches $5 each Spray Bottle $10 Mineral Block Chews $5 Vitamins/Supplements $5 Nail Clippers $10 Vet Visits (routine/surprise) $55 per visit + tests/surgeries, etc Housing requirements In terms of cost, unweaned Moluccan cockatoos can be purchased for around $1,750 whereas weaned birds are sold closer to the range of $2,300. These are usually found in avian specialty stores, at bird breeders, or via an avian rescue organization.Īccording to Birds Now, a popular birds-only classified website, the price of a Moluccan cockatoo ranges from $1,800 to $3,100. On average, high-quality birds can cost anywhere between $1,750 and $3,000. The price of a Moluccan cockatoo will depend on many factors, including where you get it from and its age. ![]() The Moluccan cockatoo is among the most sought-after cockatoo due to its special intelligence, size, voice, and the need to chew and bite. The number of wild specimens has decreased due to illegal capture. ![]() Trade with this species of cockatoo is prohibited in many places and can only be done with authorization. It is a species that is slowly losing its habitat and has been under observation since 1989. In the wild, this bird prefers forests up to an altitude of 1000m. Most of the islands are mountainous, with active volcanoes and a pleasant humid climate. The Moluccas Islands are known by Europeans and Chinese as the Spice Islands probably due to the highly spicy food in Indonesia. The Moluccan Cockatoo (Cacatua moluccensis) or Moluccan is an endemic bird of the Moluccas Islands of Indonesia that is part of the genus Cacatua, family Cacatuide. Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by CFA Alexander Popivker ![]()
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