The Tanimbar Cockatoo, also known as Goffin’s Cockatoo, is a medium-sized white cockatoo native to the Tanimbar Islands of Indonesia. This cockatoo is endemic to the Tanimbar Islands, where it inhabits lowland forests, mangroves, and cultivated areas. Although naturally found in these islands, it has been introduced to nearby locations, including parts of Indonesia’s Maluku province. It prefers open woodland edges and areas with fruiting trees.

They are opportunistic feeders, consuming seeds, nuts, fruits, berries, and occasionally insects.

Tanimbar Cockatoos are highly social and intelligent birds, often seen in noisy, active groups. They are excellent mimics and problem solvers, with studies showing their ability to use tools and solve complex puzzles. Pairs form strong lifelong bonds, frequently engaging in mutual preening and vocal communication.

They nest in tree cavities high above the ground. The female lays 2 to 3 eggs, which are incubated by both parents for about 28 days. Chicks fledge at approximately 9 to 10 weeks, but remain dependent on their parents for several months as they learn to forage.

The Tanimbar Cockatoo is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and trapping for the pet trade. Large-scale deforestation on the Tanimbar Islands has reduced their natural habitat, and illegal capture continues to be a significant threat.