An opportunity to investigate real-life issues, reflect and problem solve and develop action-oriented responses to sustainability challenges and help threatened species like the Gang-gangįind out more about the Birds in Schools project to get involved. The gang-gang cockatoo is the faunal emblem of the Australian Capital Territory.Students can become empowered as citizen scientists, actively participating in the scientific process.High-quality teacher training - with a curriculum and lesson plans provided - equips teachers with the skills they’ll need to deliver sustainability education.This project has a host of benefits for birds, teachers and students alike. Gang-gangs, one of 14 cockatoo species in Australia, are crowd favorites for their slate-gray feathers with blushes of pink, the males distinctive red crest, and their quirky call.
Participating schools will learn about native birds (including the Gang-gang), and look at ways they can help birds by planting and taking action. Gang-gang Cockatoos are an important part of our Birds in Schools project. They are owl-like small (33-36cm 12-14) dark grey cockatoos patterned by pale margins to rather square feathers with an olive wash on the wings. Getting the word out about Gang-gangs in schools The Gang Gang Cockatoo (Callocephalon fimbriatum) can be difficult to keep in captivity because of feeding and feather-pulling problems. I have around 300,000 photos to choose through in well over 1,000 specific categories. I have the largest collection of Australian town photos as well as wildlife and many other topics from all around the world. The Gang-gang Cockatoo, or Gang Gang for short, is a small, stocky cockatoo with a wispy crest, large, broad wings and a short tail. You can join us by taking part in our free, online learning course and developing your own action plan for Gang-gangs. Gang gang cockatoo, Cockatoo, Australia image. We work with garden owners and rural property owners, teaching them how to make their green spaces Gang-gang friendly by doing things like planting trees to create suitable habitat, as well as enhancing existing habitat. The Gang-gang Cockatoo is a charismatic species, and this BirdLife Australia recovery project is helping passionate Australians gain the skills and information they need to make a difference. Gang-gang cockatoo song from the album parrot is released on Sep 2017.