Cacatua (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Psittacidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Cacatua, a genus of psittacids, consists of 21 species of white, pink, grey and black parrots.
- Sulphur-crested cockatoos are commonly known examples of the cacatua genus.
- The cacatua genus contains several large and intelligent parrot species.
- In Australia, cacatua, especially the sulphur-crested cockatoo, are considered a sign of good luck and prosperity.
- Some cacatua species can form close and lasting bonds with their owners.