Major Mitchell’s Cockatoo (Lophochroa leadbeateri)

✨ Key Features

• Soft pink and white plumage

• Striking red and yellow crest (often hidden unless raised)

• Pale bill and eye

• Medium-sized cockatoo with elegant shape

🌏 Habitat

Found in inland Australia, especially in:

• Open woodland

• Semi-arid regions

• Grasslands with scattered trees

Often seen:

• In pairs or small groups, feeding on the ground or in trees

⚡ What Makes It Special

Displays one of the most spectacular crests of any cockatoo when raised.

🧠 Summary

A pink and white cockatoo with a colourful crest, commonly seen in inland woodland and open country.