Citron-crested Cockatoo

Cacatua citrinocristata

Citron-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua citrinocristata) — Parrots & Cockatoos of Australia & Oceania.

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The Citron-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua citrinocristata) is a member of the Cacatuidae family found in Australia & Oceania. The IUCN Red List lists it as Critically Endangered.

Conservation status

IUCN Red List

CR Critically Endangered

Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.

Where it fits

Class Aves
Order Psittaciformes
Family Cacatuidae Cockatoos
Genus Cacatua
Species citrinocristata

Where it lives

Sumba (south-central Lesser Sundas)

Australia & Oceania

Quick facts

Family: Cacatuidae
Order: Psittaciformes

Biology & behaviour

The Citron-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua citrinocristata) is a member of the Cacatuidae family, within the order Psittaciformes. Its range spans Australia & Oceania. Its distribution covers AU Sumba (sc Lesser Sundas).

It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern. Critically Endangered is the highest risk category before extinction in the wild.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the Citron-crested Cockatoo live?

The Citron-crested Cockatoo is found across Australia & Oceania with a range covering AU Sumba (sc Lesser Sundas).

What family does the Citron-crested Cockatoo belong to?

The Citron-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua citrinocristata) belongs to the Cacatuidae family, in the order Psittaciformes.

Is the Citron-crested Cockatoo endangered?

It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern Critically Endangered is the highest risk category before extinction in the wild.