BLACK COCKATOO - Paper Print - Limited Edition

The appearance of a Black cockatoo is far more than a simple wildlife encounter. It's a cultural experience rich with tradition, symbolic meaning and deep connections to Country.

This beloved species features heavily in songlines, dreaming stories and is a vital part of many language group and traditional knowledge.

Dreamtime stories and belief systems of many First Nations regard the black cockatoo as a powerful protector, it's very presence shielding people from harm. This perception stems from the bird's loud alarm calls that alert others to potential threats lurking nearby.

To Indigenous Australians, the black cockatoo's vocal warnings represent an ancient voice of the forest keeping watch. The black cockatoo is a beautiful, graceful bird.

The Cockatoo represents change and enlightenment and heralds the coming of rain. They are also believed to be the guides and guardians of the spirits of loved ones on their journey to rest amongst the Ancestors.