R&B AVIARIES

Triton Cockatoo

(Cacatua galerita triton)

Triton Cockatoos are magnificent birds native to New Guinea.  They are large birds totaling 18 inches in length. Triton's are a supspecies of the Greater Sulpher Crested Cockatoo (Cacatua galerita galerita), found in Australia and considered an agricultural pest.  

Triton Cockatoos make excellent pets and owning one involves a life long commitment as they are long lived.   Typical to most Cockatoos, Tritons love to chew.   Wooden toys and natural limbs are recommended to keep them happy.   We offer our breeding pair large natural branches and they quickly set to work making toothpicks.  Cockatoos are very animated birds and can be taught to do tricks which are quite amusing.    They are vocal birds that will call in the morning and evening, and are not recommended as pets for apartment dwellers.  Tritons can learn to talk but the real charm is their affectionate nature. They adore being held and petted and will often raise their wings to be scratched. 

A large Cockatoo cage is in order for Tritons.   Make sure the door has a secure lock as they can be escape artists.   Large wooden perches are recommended instead of pvc pipe perches.   Pellets and fresh fruits and vegetables will keep your Triton in good health.  Frequent bathing is recommended to keep their feathers snow white.   Cockatoos naturally produce a powder down and baths along with a portable air purifier will keep this to a minimum. 

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