Avian Companions

Glossy Black

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Glossy Black Cockatoo-Calyptorhynchus 

Size-19 inches 

Weight-430 grams 

Description-Head and neck and underparts dark brown and upper parts black. The two central tail feathers are black and five feathers on each side  have a broad scarlet-sub terminal band. Does not have a "True" crest. Beak is gray in color. 

Origin-Australia 

Pet Quality-A very exceptional pet with an unusual repore with their owners. They are very loving and are very intelligent. Due to its uncommon availibility is not a usual pet and should be kept for breeding or by an experienced Cockatoo person. 

Status-Common in its regions, but Endangered

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