Portarlington police are appealing for public assistance after Jacko the cockatoo was stolen in Drysdale over the weekend.
Police have been told an unknown offender climbed over the front fence of a hardware store on Murradoc Road just before 9pm on Saturday 11 September.
It is believed the thief removed the bird from the cage and fled the scene.
Jacko is a yellow-crested cockatoo and is believed to be aged in his 20s.
Investigators have released an image of a man that may be able to assist with their enquiries.
Anyone with information that could assist with the investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 18000 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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