Buttercup is a spirited Citron-crested Cockatoo with a huge personality! Full of charm, intelligence, and classic cockatoo antics, Buttercup knows how to keep life interesting and loves being part of the action around him.
Like many cockatoos, Buttercup is extremely expressive and relies heavily on body language to communicate. When his signals are misunderstood or his boundaries aren’t respected, he can become overstimulated and react with bites or defensive behavior. Because of this, he needs an experienced and confident handler who understands cockatoo behavior and can provide structure, routine, and clear boundaries.
Buttercup interacts well with both men and women and is less concerned about gender than he is about confidence and consistency. He thrives with people who understand how emotionally complex and intelligent cockatoos can be and who are willing to build a relationship based on trust and respect.
This beautiful bird is not suited for a beginner home, but for the right experienced adopter, Buttercup has the potential to be an incredibly entertaining, engaging, and rewarding companion.