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Philippine Cockatoo (Cacatua haematuropygia)

Philippine Cockatoo

Cacatua haematuropygia

CR Critically Endangered

Extremely high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Philippine Cockatoo

The red-vented cockatoo (Cacatua haematuropygia) sometimes called the Philippine cockatoo or kalangay, is a critically endangered species of cockatoo that is endemic to the Philippines. It is roughly the size and shape of the Tanimbar corella, but is easily distinguished by the red feathers around the vent.

Key Facts

  • Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Philippine Cockatoo?

The scientific name of the Philippine Cockatoo is Cacatua haematuropygia.

Is the Philippine Cockatoo endangered?

The Philippine Cockatoo is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many Philippine Cockatoo sightings have been recorded?

39 observations of the Philippine Cockatoo have been recorded on iNaturalist.

39 observations on iNaturalist
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