Our Medium-Large Birds

Our Medium-Large Birds are Umbrella Cockatoos.

Umbrellas originated in Indonesia, where they are seen mostly in pairs or small groups of 3 to 10 birds, although there are gatherings of up to 50 birds on roosting trees.

Umbrella Cockatoos are rather costly to own, when you take into account their extensive dietary needs and the fact that they destroy anything in their path! In nature, Umbrellas thrive on fruits and nuts found in the tops of large trees. They spend their days foragiing, eating and chewing. In captivity, this translates to hundreds of poounds of fruit, vegetables, seeds and nuts each year, as well as new perches, bowls, toys and even cages! These basic supplies need to be continually repaired or replaced. We hope you'll decide to sponsor one of our medium-large birds and help save a life!

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Toys and entertainment are very important for these exotics.

BEVIS (Umbrella Cockatoo) Like many pet birds, Bevis outlived his owner. His "dad" had two parrots-Bevis and Hector. When the man died suddenly, his wife was unable to care for Bevis and Hector plus her own two parrots. Because the emotional needs of Umbrella Cockatoos are so great, they can be permanently scarred from losing their loved ones. Though Bevis remains a scared and lonely bird with the aviary flock, he happily soaks up all the love the volunteers give him.

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Dutsi is an Umbrella Cockatoo. He is Garuda Aviary's most intelligent bird (as well as our class clown). He actually uses language appropriately. True story : One of our Directors was soothing a screaming Moluccan Cockatoo by giving her a shower. Dutsi came over and said, "Whaddyadoin?" The woman answered, "Giving Tara a shower." Dutsi asked, "Why?" She replied, "Because she's screaming and too wound up." Dutsi paused and offered, "I'm being good!"

Dutsi dances and sings along with us (he loves "You Are My Sunshine"). He was our founder's pet before we became a rescue operation, and he remains in the aviary to enjoy the flock environment. Dutsi helps us remember how intelligent and sensitive these birds are, even if they don't "speak English" as well as he!

Amrita (Umbrella Cockatoo). There's no denying it: Amrita looks like a plucked chicken. Our worst feather plucker, her lack of feathers bothers us, but doesn't worry her or her buddy Dutsi a bit. Amrita, with beautiful light brown eyes, is always in high gear: chewing everything in sight and running all around. She is a very sweet bird, high strung though she may be.

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Sedona, a darling Umbrella Cockatoo, was the product of a broken home. After a divorce, her owners agreed the man would have custody, but his job required extensive travelling. Sedona was boarded frequently, which caused her to become depressed and aggressive. Sedona is loveable in the extreme and feels humans exist simply to hold her and scratch her head.

Tuyu (Umbrella Cockatoo) was owned by a retired couple who ultimately could not care for her. Skittish and nervous, Tuyu is unusual for an Umbrella Cockatoo, in that she doesn't really like cuddling with humans. She loves the outdoor play area at Garuda Aviary where she has plenty of room to roam. She's what we call a "bird's bird" and is much happier now that she lives in a flock of her own kind.