AnAge entry for Cacatua ophthalmica

Classification (HAGRID: 01217)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Aves (Taxon entry)
            Order: Psittaciformes (Taxon entry)
                Family: Psittacidae
                    Genus: Cacatua
Species
Cacatua ophthalmica
Common name
Blue-eyed cockatoo
Synonyms
Cacatura ophthalmica

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
31.9 years (captivity)
Source
ref. 669
Sample size
Medium
Data quality
Acceptable
Observations

These animals have been known to reproduce at least until the end of their third decade of life. One specimen lived 31.9 years in captivity [0669]. In captivity, these animals have been known to breed from about 5 years of age [0979].

Life history traits (averages)

No information is available on life history. Please contact us if you wish to suggest or contribute data.

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

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ITIS 554840
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Taxonomy ID 141835
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