About this species
The white cockatoo (Cacatua alba), also known as the umbrella cockatoo, is a medium-sized all-white cockatoo endemic to tropical rainforest on islands of Indonesia. When surprised, it extends a large and striking head crest, which has a semicircular shape (similar to an umbrella, hence the alternative name). The wings and tail have a pale yellow or lemon color which is exposed when they fly. It is similar to other species of white cockatoo such as yellow-crested cockatoo, sulphur-crested cockatoo, and salmon-crested cockatoo, all of which have yellow, orange or pink crest feathers instead of white.
Where it occurs
Northern Moluccas (Bacan, Halmahera, Ternate, Tidore, and adjacent islands).
Conservation record
AviList v2025b records this species as endangered. Assessments and taxonomy can change; follow the source checklist for updates.
