Oopay and Kupay

Photographer: Raymond Burnes

Oopay and Kupay are umbrella cockatoos. They are brother and sister who have been hand raised by Steve from the time they were 5 days old. They were given to Steve when it became obvious that their wings would never support flight. Their names come from an Australian aboriginal language. The spelling of those names is up for constant discussion. However spelled, Oopay and Kupay are very gentle loving birds.