Calyptorhynchus Collection

Calyptorhynchus funereus, yellow-tailed black cockatoo
Watercolour 137 by Thomas Watling from the Watling Collection titled Banksian Cockatoo, native name Kar ratt

Red-tailed black cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus banksii, and Pesquet's parrot, Psittrichas fulgidus
FLO4659867 Red-tailed black cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus banksii, and Pesquet's parrot, Psittrichas fulgidus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de

Glossy black cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus lathami (Calyptorynchus stellatus). After an illustration by Edward Lear. Handcoloured steel engraving from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural

Red-tailed black cockatoo and Pesquets parrot
Red-tailed black cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus banksii, and Pesquets parrot, Psittrichas fulgidus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres

Palm cockatoo and red-tailed black cockatoo
Palm cockatoo, Probosciger aterrimus, and red-tailed black cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus banks Mycroglosse noir et Perroquet de Banks

Long-billed black cockatoo
Plate 6 from Edward Lears Illustrations of the Family of Psittacidae or Parrots (1832). Hand coloured lithograph. Date: 1832

Red-tailed black cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus magnificus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800

Cuban red macaw, Ara tricolor (extinct), and red-tailed black cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus banksii.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science

Picture No. 10890671
Red-tailed Black-Cockatoo - female (Calyptorhynchus banksii) Date:

Picture No. 10852285
Red-tailed Black Cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus banksii) Date:

Calyptorhynchus lathami, glossy black cockatoo
Drawing No. 60, watercolour by George Raper (1792) from The Raper Collection

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Calyptorhynchus, a fascinating genus of cockatoos, encompasses several stunning species. One such member is the Calyptorhynchus funereus, commonly known as the yellow-tailed black cockatoo. With its sleek black feathers and vibrant yellow tail, this bird captivates all who lay eyes on it. Another remarkable species within this genus is the glossy black cockatoo, scientifically named Calyptorhynchus lathami. These birds possess a unique glossy sheen to their plumage that sets them apart from other cockatoos. Their striking appearance makes them a true marvel of nature. The red-tailed black cockatoo and Pesquets parrot are also part of the Calyptorhynchus family. While both exhibit distinctive features like their crimson tails or colorful plumage respectively, they share an air of elegance that enchants bird enthusiasts worldwide. Intriguingly enough, there exists a hybrid between two members of this genus - the palm cockatoo and red-tailed black cockatoo. This rare combination results in a captivating blend of characteristics from each parent species. Amongst these remarkable creatures is the long-billed black cockatoo; its elongated beak serves as an adaptation for extracting seeds from trees with ease. Truly an example of evolution's ingenuity. The Calyptorhynchus magnificus, more commonly referred to as the red-tailed black cockatoo, lives up to its name with its majestic appearance and fiery-red tail feathers that demand attention wherever they go. While not belonging to the Calyptorhynchus genus but worth mentioning nonetheless is Ara tricolor or Cuban red macaw which unfortunately has gone extinct over time due to various factors including habitat loss and hunting activities. Lastly but certainly not least are two variations within this group.