These larger hybrids are mostly off-white with a dark beak, pinkish orange crest, and yellow-orange underwing feathers. The name “Winka cockatoo” was introduced by Birds of Etzel but isn’t commonly used. They were first bred sometime before 1938 and are somewhat rare today.
Although rare, Major Mitchell’s x Citron-crested cockatoos are some of the most sought-after cockatoo hybrids due to their unique colors. They are typically light pink or white with an vibrant salmon-colored crest and faded yellow underwing & tail feathers. Stronger reddish-pink can be found above the bill and on the ears – though this varies
An uncommon hybrid that was first reported in 1966 at the Keston Zoo. Major Mitchell’s x sulphur-crested cockatoos are very similar in appearance to citron-crested x Major Mitchell’s, though with a somewhat larger size and with a brighter yellow crest. While some of these hybrids may have somewhat faded yellow-orange ears, these vary from bird
A medium-sized hybrid with whitish-pink plumage, a crest with white, salmon, and yellow-orange bands, a grey beak, a pale pink lore, and blush-colored cheeks. They were first bred in 1960 by Australian breeder R. Finch, saying “They are described as being the size of the Corella parent, with golden colouring under the wings and tail,
First recorded in a 1950 exhibition, galah x Major Mitchell’s crosses have become very common cockatoo hybrids in captivity. Adults have lightened pink coloration with silvery grey wings and an orange and pink medium-sized crest. Juveniles, on the other hand, have similar markings obscured by grey on the head, crest, nape, and belly. Depending on
