Sulphur-crested cockatoo Coloring Pages

What kind of bird is it?

The Sulphur-crested cockatoo is a large white bird in the parrot family. Its special feature is the cool yellow crest on top of its head. It can raise or lower this crest depending on how it feels. It is very smart and is also famous for being good at talking.

Body colors and features

The Sulphur-crested cockatoo has a pure white body with very pretty feathers.

• The crest on top of its head is yellow, just like a crown.
• If you look closely under its wings and tail, you might see a pale yellowish color.
• Around its eyes, it is white, and the skin often looks a little blue or light blue.

Where does it live?

Sulphur-crested cockatoos live in warm countries like Australia and Indonesia. In Japan, they are often kept as pets, so you might see them at the zoo or in pet shops that specialize in birds. It is very rare to see a wild Sulphur-crested cockatoo out in nature in Japan.

What does its call sound like?

The Sulphur-crested cockatoo has a very loud, clear voice.

• It often makes a loud, slightly high-pitched "Squawk! Squawk!" sound.
• Fun fact: Sulphur-crested cockatoos are very good at copying human words. Pet Sulphur-crested cockatoos can learn words from their owners and talk!

Why does it bob its head?

When a Sulphur-crested cockatoo is in a good mood or wants to play, it bobs its head up and down. It looks just like it is dancing! This cute movement shows you how the Sulphur-crested cockatoo is feeling.

How to Pick Colors: Let's Master Coloring White!

The Sulphur-crested cockatoo is a pure white bird, so you might wonder, "How do I color it?" But if you show the white color well, it will look even cooler!

• White parts: Leaving the whole body completely white is fine, but adding a little bit of light gray or light blue for "shadows" makes the white look even prettier.
• Crest: The Sulphur-crested cockatoo's best feature! Try coloring it carefully with bright yellow. If the crest has fine pattern lines, coloring along them will make it look real.
• Beak and Feet: Color the beak and feet clearly with black or dark gray. This will make the white body stand out!

How to Make It Look 3D: Think About "Shadows" and "Light"!

Because it is a white bird, the way you color the "shadows" is super important.

• Places in the shadow: Try layering a little bit of light gray or light blue under the body, under the neck, and where the wings overlap. Then, the body will look round and 3D!
• Places where light hits: Leave the top of the head and the middle of the back uncolored where the light hits. This gives it a shiny look.

Let's Make the Feathers Look Soft and Fluffy!

The feathers of the Sulphur-crested cockatoo look soft and fluffy, don't they?

• If you color gently along each feather line with colored pencils, you can bring out that soft, fluffy feather feel.

Hints for Enjoying Your Coloring Page!

• Express yourself freely!
  • If you want to color more freely, it's also fun to make a colorful crest or color the back of the wings with your favorite color.
• Try adding a background!
  • The Sulphur-crested cockatoo is a bird from warm countries, so if you draw palm trees or a blue sky in the background, your picture will be even more fun!