In New Zealand the introduced populations may number less than 1000. They have also been introduced to Palau and New Zealand. Outside Australia, these parrots have been introduced to Singapore, where their numbers have been estimated to be between 5. The nominate Sulphur-crested Cockatoos have been introduced to Perth, which is far outside their natural range. They are also numerous in Adelaide and Southern South Australia. These birds range throughout the various climates in Australia, from Far North Queensland beyond the Iron Range Mountains, as well as parts of the Snowy Mountains. The Sulphur-crested Cockatoo is a common inhabitant of open woodland and forest areas along the east coast of Australia, extending along the northern coast and across the seas into Papua New Guinea. Scientists have documented 17 dance moves so far. Please refer to this YouTube video for Snowball's amazing dancing abilities.A 2009 study involving the sub-species Eleonora Cockatoo found that Sulphur-crested Cockatoos are capable of synchronizing movements to a musical beat. These parrots are naturally curious, as well as very intelligent. However, a government permit is required, as they are a protected species under the Australian Commonwealth Law. Some even resort to shooting or poisoning them. In fact, in Australia they can be so numerous that they considered pests as they can be destructive to cereal and fruit crops, as well as timber structures such as house planking and trees. They are one of the larger and more widespread of Australia's cockatoos. They have adapted very well to European settlement in Australia and live in many urban areas. The Sulphur-crested Cockatoos, Cacatua galerita, are noisy and conspicuous parrots and in the wild are wary and difficult to approach. Please also see: Greater, Eleonora, Lesser Sulphurea
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