What we do & how you can help
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Saving our Iconic Black CockatoosWe rescue wild black cockatoos in distress – having been struck by vehicles, fallen, shot, pulled from their nests, or attacked by ravens, cats, or other birds - and rehabilitate them at Kaarakin, our Perth Hills site, before releasing back into the wild.
Shop with us! All profits go towards rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing black cockatoos back to the wild
Kaarakin Calendar 2024
The Fabulous Kaarakin 2024 Wall Calendar has arrived, key features include:
- The 2024 calendar features beautiful A4 photographs of Kaarakin’s resident Black Cockatoos, Dingoes., Kangaroos and Emus.
- The cover page is a memorial tribute to Carnaby’s Cockatoo ‘Terry’, a much loved resident and ambassador for Kaarakin.
- March, July and November photographs call out the change in conservation status to Critically Endangered for our Baudin’s Cockatoo (ICUN Red List, 2022) and highlight the need for urgent action to save these majestic creatures.
- Each accompanying page features a monthly calendar including special dates for the coming year and public holidays.
All photographs were generously donated by talented volunteers and wildlife photographers.
The 2024 calendar has been made possible by our wonderful and generous calendar supporters, advertised at the bottom of each page – Thank you all!!
Purchase this calendar to keep track of the date in 2024 and know you are helping to save a species!
All profits go towards our conservation centre to rescue, rehabilitate and release black cockatoos.
Calendars are now available for shipping!
Kaarakin Beanie
Kaarakin Beanie with turned up cuff.
Warm, cosy and comfortable.
The Kaarakin Beanie is black and features the Kaarakin logo.
100% stretchy acrylic.
The turned up cuff will keep your ears warm.
One Size.
Adopt Amy
Amy is a resident Alpine dingo at Kaarakin, the sister of Alex. She is very affectionate and loves meeting visitors during our tour weekends, as well as her daily walks.
Adopt Fluffbum
Fluffbum lives with our other friendly black cockatoos in Kaarakin’s interactive aviary. He’ll adopt you, not the other way round!
Adopt Henry
A bird with a little mystery Henry is a sweet cockatoo that follows you around stopping at your feet to say hello. Learn more about Henry by adopting him!
Adopt Skye
Skye is Kaarakin’s resident fashion victim – if you visit her in the interactive aviary, she will quickly restyle your buttons and jewellery with her beak!
Adopt Wubby
Wubby one of the three lovely Red Tail Black Cockatoo ladies that call the interactive aviary at Kaarakin home. Learn more about Wubby by adopting her!
Kaarakin Calendar 2023
The Fabulous Kaarakin 2023 Wall Calendar has arrived!
The 2023 calendar features beautiful A4 photographs of Kaarakin’s resident Black Cockatoos and Dingoes. All photos were generously provided by our talented volunteers and supporters.
Each accompanying page features a monthly grid with large squares.
All profits go towards our conservation centre to rescue and rehabilitate black cockatoos. Thank you for your support!
Kaarakin Calendar 2023
The Fabulous Kaarakin 2023 Wall Calendar has arrived!
The 2023 calendar features beautiful A4 photographs of Kaarakin’s resident Black Cockatoos and Dingoes. All photos were generously provided by our talented volunteers and supporters.
Each accompanying page features a monthly grid with large squares.
All profits go towards our conservation centre to rescue and rehabilitate black cockatoos. Thank you for your support!
Kaarakin Calendar 2024
The Fabulous Kaarakin 2024 Wall Calendar has arrived, key features include:
- The 2024 calendar features beautiful A4 photographs of Kaarakin’s resident Black Cockatoos, Dingoes., Kangaroos and Emus.
- The cover page is a memorial tribute to Carnaby’s Cockatoo ‘Terry’, a much loved resident and ambassador for Kaarakin.
- March, July and November photographs call out the change in conservation status to Critically Endangered for our Baudin’s Cockatoo (ICUN Red List, 2022) and highlight the need for urgent action to save these majestic creatures.
- Each accompanying page features a monthly calendar including special dates for the coming year and public holidays.
All photographs were generously donated by talented volunteers and wildlife photographers.
The 2024 calendar has been made possible by our wonderful and generous calendar supporters, advertised at the bottom of each page – Thank you all!!
Purchase this calendar to keep track of the date in 2024 and know you are helping to save a species!
All profits go towards our conservation centre to rescue, rehabilitate and release black cockatoos.
Calendars are now available for shipping!
Adopt Fluffbum
Fluffbum lives with our other friendly black cockatoos in Kaarakin’s interactive aviary. He’ll adopt you, not the other way round!
Adopt a Rescued Black Cockatoo
Support our rescue and clinic efforts by adopting a rescued black cockatoo.
Either choose a digital certificate, paper certificate or both and you will receive a certificate with some information about this patient.
Patient you can adopt: Forest Red Tailed Black Cockatoo which was found on the ground in Argyle. Patient number: 0007CE445B
Date of admission at Kaarakin: Admission date: 17/12/2020.
This black cockatoo is being cared for and rehabilitated at Kaarakin by our amazing team of clinic volunteers.
Adopt Betty
Betty was rescued as a fledgling. She is best friends with Ozzie, our other inland red-tail, and she loves sitting quietly on your shoulder while Ozzie gets all the attention!
Red-Tailed Cockatoo Lapel Pin
Beautiful enamel pin from Birdlife Australia.
The pin features the Forest Red Tailed Cockatoo.
Each pin has a metal clutch backing.
Each pin measures approx. 2.5cm x 2.5 cm at its widest point.
Carnaby’s Cockatoo Lapel Pin
Beautiful enamel pin from Birdlife Australia.
The pin features the Carnaby’s Black Cockatoo.
Each pin has a metal clutch backing.
Each pin measures approx. 2.5cm x 2.5 cm at its widest point.
Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo(Female) Feather Vinyl Sticker
Red-tailed black cockatoos are a species of black cockatoo only found in Australia. These iconic birds are instantly recognisable by the bright flash of red on their tails as they fly overhead, feasting on the native eucalyptus trees. The males are black with bold red panels across their tail feathers. The females have yellow bars on their body, yellow spots on their head and yellow/orange/red bars on their tail feathers.
Professionally printed onto waterproof, UV resistant matte vinyl, they are perfect to stick onto any surface without worrying about fading or weather damage.
These stickers started as original watercolour paintings by West Australian artist Bronwyn Brims.
FEMALE FEATHER: Yellow/orange/red barred feather
SIZE 180mm x 50mm (7″ x 1.6″)
Major Mitchell’s amongst the Macrocarpa – Fine Art Paper Print by Helen Ansell
All Helen Ansell Fine Art Prints are Giclée Quality prints.
Using archival ink, all have a lightfastness under glass, away from direct sunlight of greater than 200 years.
Each Helen Ansell Fine Art Print comes with personalised information about the native plants and animals seen in the artwork.
Made in Australia with love and quality materials.
The print measures 20 x 20cm (8″ x 8″) perimeter including white border of 5cm (made to fit a 30 x 30cm frame)
Printed in Australia.
Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo with Pink Cockatoo Tea Towel
Premium cotton Tea towel
Normal wash
70cm x 50cm
Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo with Pink Cockatoo A3 Print
Printed in Australia
Printed on 250 gsm Carson matte paper
A3 29.7 x 42.0cm
Comes Cellophane wrapped with cardboard backing.
Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo with Pink Cockatoo A4 Print
Printed in Australia
Printed on 250 gsm Carson matte paper
A4 21.0 x 29.7cm
Comes cellophane wrapped with cardboard backing.
Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo Male Feather Enamel Pin
Male Red-tailed black cockatoo feather hard enamel pin measuring 50mm high & 15mm wide with two rubber backing clasps suitable for day wear
Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo Male Enamel Pin
Male Red-tailed black cockatoo hard enamel pin measuring 50mm high & 15mm wide with two rubber backing clasps suitable for day wear.
Carnaby’s Black Cockatoo Sticker
The beautiful female Carnaby’s Black Cockatoo. Help conserve these special birds and their habitats.
125mm x 53mm gloss vinyl sticker
Waterproof
UV resistant vinyl
Fade resistant for 2-4 years
Bookmark Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos
Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo Bookmark.
190mm x 70mm
Printed on stiff card and featuring Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos from an original painting by Pamela Walter.
About Kaarakin
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- Implementing the Containers for Change program at Kaarakin2 February 2021
Latest News
- Item 31. Madeline Potter: “Farm Life”21 April 2023
- Our top picks of places to visit in the Perth Hills9 February 2021
- Implementing the Containers for Change program at Kaarakin2 February 2021
- Creating a bird friendly garden for Black Cockatoos2 February 2021