The Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo is a large bird native to southeastern Australia. It has striking black plumage with a distinctive yellow patch on its tail, which is visible when it flies. These cockatoos are social creatures, often found in small flocks, and they primarily feed on seeds, nuts, and wood-boring grubs. These birds are known for their loud, distinctive calls and can live for over 40 years in the wild. The Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo prefers habitats like forests and woodlands, where they nest in tree hollows. Conservation efforts are important due to habitat loss and declining populations.