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The official mascot of Melbourne 2006 commonwealth Games is Karaka. The bird is named after his distinctive call. This South-eastern Red-tailed Black Cockatoo was chosen because he embodies the spirit of the Games.

Karaka is found in Victoria and South Australia. It is now in the verge of extinction. Farmers are working with both Australian and Victorian local communities and governments to preserve their habitat.