🌸 Rose‑Breasted Cockatoo (Galah) 

The Rose‑Breasted Cockatoo, more commonly known as the Galah, is one of the most recognizable and charismatic parrots of Australia. Its striking coloration, expressive personality, and remarkable adaptability have made it a beloved species both in the wild and in aviculture.

🪶 Physical Appearance

• Size: Typically around 12–15 inches long, with a wingspan of about 25–30 inches.

• Coloration:
  The breast, belly, and underparts are a vivid rose‑pink, giving the bird its name.
  The head and crest are a soft, pale pink or light gray‑pink.
  The back, wings, and tail are a smooth silver‑gray, creating a beautiful contrast with the rosy front.

• Crest: Unlike some cockatoos with dramatic, erect crests, the Galah’s crest is shorter and more rounded, lifting gently when the bird is excited or curious.

• Eyes:
  Males often have dark brown to black irises.
  Females typically have reddish or pinkish irises.

• Beak: A sturdy, ivory‑colored beak adapted for cracking seeds and nuts.

🌏 Natural Habitat and Range

• Native to Australia, the Galah is found across nearly the entire continent.

• Thrives in open woodlands, grasslands, savannas, farmlands, and even urban areas.

• Highly adaptable, often seen in large flocks soaring over fields or gathering around water sources.

🧠 Behavior and Personality

• Exceptionally intelligent, social, and playful.

• Known for their acrobatic flight, energetic antics, and curious nature.

• In the wild, they form strong pair bonds and often mate for life.

• Their vocalizations include chattering, whistles, and loud calls used to communicate within flocks.

🏡 As Companion Birds

• Popular in aviculture due to their affectionate, clownish personalities.

• Require significant mental stimulation, social interaction, and space to thrive.

• Known for forming deep bonds with their caretakers.

• Can learn words and tricks, though they are not the strongest talkers among cockatoos.

🧬 Lifespan

• In the wild: typically 20–30 years.

• In captivity: often 40–50 years with proper care, sometimes longer.