In parrot shows, you will often see a cockatoo performing tricks. It seems to come naturally to them. Cockatoos are more mechanical than many other parrots and will disassemble their toys, your remote control and even their cages. They can escape almost any lock and explore the house reeking destruction Cockatoos should never be mishandled as these birds may remember forever. Cockatoos get their feelings hurt and pout or get aggressive.
Cockatoos require much personal attention.
They demand it, when they do not receive their cuddles and skritching. Cockatoos are very physically active. They romp, stomp, swing and flap to a great degree in play. Cockatoos get carried away or overexcited in rough play and I play very gently with my Male Moluccan. Their playstyle is gentler than South American birds, being less beaky and less physical.