Cockatoos are known to use tools in the wild for various purposes such as foraging for food, building nests, and play. They often use sticks or twigs to reach insects in tree bark or to extract seeds from tough seed pods. Some cockatoo species have also been observed using tools to manipulate objects or to communicate with other birds in their flock. Overall, they show impressive problem-solving abilities and resourcefulness when it comes to using tools in their natural environment.