More on Baby U2!

Well, baby U2 has been in our nursery for a few days now. I promised in my last post, that I would provide a little more information about the Umbrella Cockatoo. Here you go PLUS a short video of our new arrival, Baby U2, (sooned to be named by his mommy, Barbara).

About the U2
U2s extremely friendly and love to be handled (that's an over statement). Like most cockatoos, Umbrella Cockatoos make very loving pets that need 'lots' of attention. They can learn to talk, as can most cockatoos and are easy to teach all kinds of tricks. They tend to form strong bonds and may grow to regard their owners as mates (watch out!). If allowed, they can learn to manipulate their owners (establish boundaries and keep consistent in following nurturing guidance techniques).

Umbrella’s are not known to be prolific talkers like the African Greys and Amazons. However, some U2s do acquire a significant vocabulary. They are generally good at doing tricks and some excel at mechanical feats such as undoing locks and bolts. Make sure you have a Cockatoo-proofed cage

U2s are a full-sized cockatoo about 18 inches. They are primarily white with long wide crest feathers that resemble an umbrella when raised. The underside of the wings and tail is also frequently tinged with yellow. They have black beaks and dark-gray feet.

A little about their origin - U2s are found in Obi, Halmahera, Ternate and Tidore in central and northern Moluccas, Indonesia.

Another look at 'our' baby U2 (or should I say, Barbara's)

Thanks for watching!


Elena
Beaker's co-flock leader