Meet The World's Smallest Sulphur-Crested Parrot
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The lesser sulphur-crested cockatoo is the world's smallest sulphur-crested parrot.
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Also known as the yellow-crested cockatoo, this species is native to Indonesia and East Timor.
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It is a medium-sized bird, but it is notably smaller than its relative, the greater sulphur-crested cockatoo.
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The parrot measures approximately 33-35 cm (about 13 inches) in length.
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It has brilliant white plumage with a black beak, grey legs, and bluish-white bare skin around its eyes.
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Its most striking features are its signature retractable crest and bright yellow patches on its cheeks.
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Like many parrots, these birds are highly intelligent, can be affectionate, and can be trained to mimic sounds.
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They can hold their food in one foot and break pieces off of it with the other.
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