‘Cupid’ cockatoo helps man propose to girlfriend at zoo in Australia. Watch

“Congratulations to our guests, Jesse and Erin, who popped the big question in the Crocoseum,” reads a portion of the caption shared alongside the video.

Updated on: Jan 4, 2021, 11:42:41 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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We all love a good proposal story. But do you know what is even better? A proposal story involving an animal. Just like this one where a man proposed to his girlfriend with the help of a cockatoo. Did hearing that piqued your interest? Wait till you see this video of the proposal which is not just sweet but super entertaining too.

This recording was shared on January 3. (Twitter/@AustraliaZoo)

The incident took place at the Australia Zoo, and they shared the video on Twitter. “Congratulations to our guests, Jesse and Erin, who popped the big question in the Crocoseum,” reads a portion of the caption shared alongside the video.

In the video, a zoo trainer tells the guests sitting in the gallery about the red-tailed black cockatoo is named Euli. The camera then pans towards the gallery to show the couple in question. The next few minutes of the video are super joyous.

Take a look at the clip, which may leave you with a warm feeling in your heart:

Since being shared a few hours ago, the video has gathered over 9,700 views. It has also accumulated tons of comments from people.

“So sweet! A wonderful memory for the both of them! Congratulations Jesse and Erin!” wrote a Twitter user. “OMG!! Her face!!! So so beautiful. Congratulations to you both,” expressed another. “I’m not crying, you are,” said a third. And, we understand that feeling completely.

What do you think of this unusual proposal?

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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