About the Yellow-crested Cockatoo
The Yellow-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua sulphurea) is a species of bird in the Cockatoos family (Cacatuidae), within the order Psittaciformes. This family contains 22 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code yeccoc1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Cockatoos (Cacatuidae) |
| Species | Cacatua sulphurea |
| Species Codes | yeccoc1, YCCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-crested Cockatoo belong to?
The Yellow-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua sulphurea) belongs to the Cockatoos family (Cacatuidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-crested Cockatoo?
The Yellow-crested Cockatoo is a member of the Cockatoos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Yellow-crested Cockatoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-crested Cockatoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yeccoc1, or on iNaturalist.