![]() Contrary to the name, blue-eyed cockatoos instead have vibrant blue rings around the outside of their eyes.Īside from the fascinating eye color, these cockatoos look like their cousins-white feathering and yellow crests. Cockatoos are highly social animals that gather in large flocks. The largest species is the great black or palm cockatoo, which can measure up to 30 inches in length. When you think of the term blue-eyed cockatoo, you might think that you are discussing the actual iris of the eye. The typical cockatoo species can measure anywhere between 12 and 24 inches in length and weigh up to a few pounds or about the size of a table lamp. ![]() You might have to scour nearby areas for one of these magnificent creatures-and be prepared to pony up the dough when you do. They are rare in the avian pet trade, making them worth a pretty penny. You can find these birds in small groups or pairs. They thrive in humid subtropical forests. Specifically, the blue-eyed cockatoo comes from areas of New Britain and New Ireland on the West Pacific Ocean. They have an interesting crest of head feathers and snow-white coloration with plumes of yellow-what’s not to love? Image Credit: Danny Ye, Shutterstock Not to mention, they are beautiful birds. Many people found the companionship that they had with these tropical birds to be unparalleled.īecause of the cockatoo’s silly and strong-willed personality, they quickly became favorites. The whole song is a bit of a rhetorical question asking what makes up Australian identity and how we can get back to the original roots of the True Blue Aussie.In the 1900s, it became increasingly popular in European countries for people to own parrot species. He questions whether mateship and community still exist today. He believes that the contemporary Australia is now abut more self centred and is lacking heart. He questions what mateship is now and how it has evolved, wether that be for the better or worse. In this source you can see that identity is represented through the use of language mentioned above. Williamson presents a Australia which is reflective of Australia of the past. From tree and stump removal to mulching and land clearing, we are the arborist. He also mentions being straightforward and kind and touches on the resourcefulness of the Australian people. The friendly and experienced arborists at True Blue Trees are here for you. The song also mentions this concern that Australian values and this concept of a “true blue” may be dying out. Peter Thompson from Talking Heads at the ABC described Williamson’s song “True blue” to be “synonymous with Australian country ,” the concepts mentioned in this iconic song is actually symbolic of Australia itself. Mateship is the core fundamentals of every Australian and it is constantly repeated in the song itself. It is a value which is highly regarded and encompasses Australia to the tee. Another concept mentioned is mateship this is a concept which was talked about in Julia Gillard’s “Because we are Australian” speech and also many other pieces of literature. The concept of the true blue is a national symbol of an Aussie who gives everybody a fair go, stands up in the name of mateship and are loyal and hardworking. ![]() The song itself portrayed Australian language with the use of slang like, “smoko, true blue and fair dinkum,” these colloquialisms convey so many aspects of Australian life and values. It was a song that resonated with the country in 1981 when it was released and continues to be a symbol of Australian life and mateship. The song “True Blue” written by John Williamson is a very iconic Australian Song. ![]()
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