![]() Note When breeding any cockatoos, noise and proximity to neighbors must be considered. ![]() Aggressive behavior may occur in compatible breeding pairs. Clipping the wings of the male prior to the breeding season will help the female to escape in case the male becomes aggressive. Fatal attacks may occur in which the male bird severely bites the face, wings, and legs of the female. Male cockatoos may become aggressive toward their mates. A suggested size is 4 feet wide by 4 feet tall by 8 feet long suspended 4 feet above the ground or floor. One inch by one inch 12-gauge welded wire is a good choice for cage construction. The breeding cage should be large enough to allow some limited flight between perches. The breeding life span of most cockatoos is not precisely known but is possibly up to 30-plus years. Breeding age can be as young as three years, but hand-reared birds may not begin breeding before they are 8 to 10 years old, especially hand-fed males. In North America, the predominant breeding season is winter and spring, although some pairs may produce year round. Most cockatoos breed well in captivity, but some species do not. The birds must be well fed and their new spacious cage must be clean. ![]() Breeding birds need to bond and get use to their surroundings. If you want to breed your cockatoo, make sure they are mature and healthy. If you are properly prepared, breeding can be a positive experience. Also make sure you already have homes lined up for the new babies. Make sure you have the time and money necessary, as well as easy access to an experienced avian veterinarian. To safeguard the health of your bird and his or her offspring, you need to be able to handle any situation you encounter. Breeding birds is not as simple as it sounds, and breeding your cockatoo is a decision that should only be made after a lot of research and talking with experienced breeders.
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