Disclaimer: Cockatoos are typically not suited for people without large bird experience.
Fixer-Uppers
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LEO
Leo is a 19 year old male Umbrella Cockatoo. He can be a real fun time if you know how to handle big, boisterous birdies. Leo is not a beginner bird… In general, male cockatoos tend to be very noisy, loud, destructive, nippy, and unpredictable. Leo is no exception to this, as he is quite sensitive to emotion and will turn on a dime if you don’t read him properly. An experienced person can provide him with the attention he requires, and will be rewarded with a lifetime of snuggles. He has been through many homes and is looking for an experienced home who can work with him and tolerate his noise. His feathers likely won’t return, but we don’t care what he looks like. He has a lot of love to give. Leo needs someone seriously committed and devoted.
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SAMMY
Sammy is a male Citron around 44 years old. Of the history we know, he was a breeder bird strictly for a lot of his life, never being handled. in 2010, he was only handleable with welding gloves. He is at the point where he will sit on the shoulder of someone he trusts, if they have his yellow towel. He doesn’t like hands but is now showing willingness to be pet, with adequate signaling and by people he knows. He will do best in a home with only a few other birds. Sammy really enjoys head scratches, often turning his head so you can reach other parts. He is pretty nervous about leaving his cage with so many other birds around.
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OSCAR
Oscar is a 50+ year old male Moluccan. Sadly his owner passed away, but she cared deeply for him. For a senior, Oscar is in good shape. He does pluck his feathers and has a chronic wound on his neck. We've weighed the options with collaring him and the stress of that was significant on Oscar, so we've opted to treat his wound and watch it carefully. He is as shy as a bird can get, often showing defensive posturing just by being close to him. He needs a lot of time and stability to become particularly friendly. He LOVES to romp around the bottom of his cage and yell in the morning, chew up his soft pine toys, and talk. His favorite phrases are "hi oscar", "who are you" and "whatcha doin". He loves a pistachio as a treat! He is also extremely dusty so a strong air purifier is necessary. Won't you take a chance on a boy like Oscar? ♡
Wallflowers
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ZEKE
Zeke is a 26 year old male Goffin’s cockatoo. He has shown some interest in women and is reported to hate men. He has plenty of tricks up his sleeve, so don’t let his cute face fool you. He’s a clown who likes to talk and fly around. Zeke is curious about birds so we think he would do okay under very close supervision. He totally loves to snuggle once he’s used to you, but has zero boundaries and is known to scream until he gets his way. Because of this and his aggression towards men, we’re careful about where we will place him.
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CASPER
Casper the friendly cockatoo is a 31 year old female Goffin’s. She’s a little picky about her people, but always down for a pet. When she’s comfortable with you, snuggles and attention are her favorite. She is a very typical cockatoo… Noisy, messy, entertaining, and LOVES to be doted on. She’ll do well in a home with few other birds so she doesn’t have to have time divided so much. She’s lived with many birds in the past though, and really enjoyed the entertainment and company. She likes baby toys, bells, and can step on a stick or hand when she knows you. She’s not the easiest bird around, but with decent cockatoo experience, she’ll be a great fit. At the rescue she is pretty shy so far and not wanting to leave her cage. Medically speaking, her feather destructive behavior is the only concern. She’s all ready to find her now person, and we think she’ll be much more open then.
Cuddlebugs
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Wildlings
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MAX
Max is a 19 year old male Lesser-sulfur. He is dangerous around men, and difficult around women. He will need a home with no other animals, a single woman who is very skilled around cockatoos, and the understanding that he may never be safe to handle regularly. All of the warnings aside, he is a ton of fun and super cute. He will accept pets in exchange for a cheese-it cracker.
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TEEGAN
Teegan is a 42 year old male Triton, making him a senior bird. You would never know it, because he is filled with tricks and antics. Don’t let his face fool you, he is one of the most difficult birds we’ve had here. He is fast, unpredictable, and bites for fun. Teegan is not for the faint of heart but will surely liven up your life! He will need a male handler ONLY with extensive cockatoo experience.