Umbrella Cockatoo look-alikes
Cacatua alba
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Moluccan Cockatoo
Cacatua moluccensis
Key differences
The Moluccan Cockatoo has a distinct salmon-pink wash on its white plumage, especially on the crest, underwings, and undertail, which is absent in the Umbrella Cockatoo. Its crest is also more rounded and less 'umbrella-like' when fully erect.
Sulphur-crested Cockatoo
Cacatua galerita
Key differences
The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo has a prominent yellow crest, yellow ear patches, and a yellow wash on its underwings and undertail, contrasting with the Umbrella Cockatoo's all-white crest and pale yellow underwing/undertail wash.
Goffin's Cockatoo
Cacatua goffiniana
Key differences
Goffin's Cockatoo is significantly smaller than the Umbrella Cockatoo (around 31 cm vs. 43-50 cm) and has a much smaller, less prominent crest. It also has a pinkish-orange patch between its eyes and beak.
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