How to Tame a Blue Macaw and Red Macaw
Macaws typically pick a mate for life and spend much of their time together sharing food, grooming and caring for young. Unfortunately, these magnificent bird species are in danger of extinction.
Habitat destruction by humans and cage bird trade and poaching pose a major threat to this beautiful species.
Great Green Macaw
The great green macaw (Ara ambiguus) is the largest parrot found in Central America and one of the most striking birds found in the canopy of the rainforest. Its green plumage is accented by the red on its forehead, blue on its lower back and tail feathers. Its wings and tail are long and pointed, allowing it to maneuver easily through the forest canopy. Its beak is large and strong, designed to break open seeds and nuts. The great green Macaw is a fugivore and, consequently, plays an important part in sustaining healthy ecosystems of the rainforest. Seed dispersal helps tree species such as the maiz biological tree Dipteryx Oleifera to flourish as well as providing food for other animal species.
The magnificent birds are usually found in pairs or small groups. They spend most of their time in the canopy of the forests looking for fruits, nuts, and seeds. Nests are typically located in hollow tree cavities which are lined with grass or branches. Females will lay between two and three eggs, which she will incubate between 26-28 days. When the chicks hatch, males help feed them.
Captive great-green macaws make excellent companion animals. They are playful, intelligent birds. It is crucial to remember that these animals require plenty of space, patience, and attention to thrive. They are known to bite and can be destructive when bored. They may also be susceptible to certain health issues, such as proventricular dilatation and macaw wasting disease.
As with many other tropical species, great green macaw s are in decline. Their habitat is being degraded by mining, logging, agriculture, and cattle ranching. The illegal wildlife trade, and hunting for food is also affecting their numbers.
The only way to ensure their survival is to secure their habitat. By creating corridors between protected areas, these animals will be able to move around freely and have access to a variety of sources of food. The ultimate goal is to preserve the natural habitat of these beautiful birds will help to save other species threatened by extinction that share their homes including the Scarlet Macaw and Yellow-naped Amazon.
Blue and Gold Macaw
This gorgeous bird is among the most sought-after parrots in captivity around the world. It is intelligent, affectionate and very active. It requires a great deal of interaction and training but can be a great pet if properly trained. Macaws can be aggressive if not properly trained or given clearly defined boundaries. It is crucial to hire a professional trainer that knows how to handle large birds and is able to teach tricks. Dave and Jamieleigh from BirdTricks have created a fantastic video that demonstrates how to hand tame a Blue and Gold Macaw. They offer some tips, tricks and techniques to help anyone train a macaw so that it is friendly and fun to interact with. Watch their video HERE.
A member of the parrot family, the blue and gold macaws are neotropical birds that are native to forests (especially in varzea areas) and woodland and savannah habitats found in tropical Central America and South America as well as Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean. They have mostly blue dorsum and tail feathers with accents of gold or yellow and varying shades of green on the head. Their wing covers and wings are blue with green highlights. Their feet are zygodactyl with two toes pointed forward and two pointing backward, an adaptation that allows them to grasp branches easily.
Monogamous birds pair for life, and they remain together during breeding season. They build their nests in tree cavities which they excavate using their strong beaks. They usually lay two or three eggs and then incubate them for 25 days. Once hatched the altricial chicks are fed by regurgitation by both parents until they are old enough to take care of themselves.
Like all macaws intelligent birds that convey many different emotions through a variety vocalizations. They also exhibit a variety of courtship behavior, such as cocking the head and flirting with their wings raised and blushing. They can also show their emotions by prancing, bouncing or bouncing their wings.
They are also playful and they love to chew toys. As such, it is recommended that owners provide plenty of bird-safe, sturdy toys that be able to withstand the force of their jaw muscles. This will help keep their teeth healthy and stop them from developing excessive tartar and plaque.
Red-shouldered Macaw
Often referred to as the Hahn's Macaw, this small bird is one of the most intelligent macaw species available. It is a good friend to its human companions and is a powerful speaker that can master many tricks. It is also more calm than other macaws. This makes it a great choice for people who may be worried about a loud parrot. It may be nippy as a baby but it usually gets used to it and becomes very playful as an older parrot.
This bird is found in savannahs and swamplands as well as tropical lowland habitats across Brazil, Venezuela Guyana and South-Eastern Peru. The vibrant green color is ideal for hiding among the vegetation. It lay between two and five eggs which it incubates for 24 days. After about two months, the chicks are ready grow. The species is typically in pairs for life, and is typically found in pairs.
In its natural habitat, it mainly hunts for berries and flowers and nuts, fruits, seeds and leaves. They are also known to devour bugs. They are also known to gather close to clay cliffs. This is thought to aid in the elimination of any toxins they might have ingested while eating their usual meals.
Hahn's Macaws can be prone to self-mutilation and feather plucking as well as nutritional disorders. They also are susceptible to proventricular dilatation and enlarged beaks. A healthy diet, regular veterinary checks, and proper cage care can help prevent these problems.
The bird can live for up to 50 years in captivity. It is not usually sold in large pet stores, but can be found in avian-specialty stores as well as from bird breeders. It is intelligent, however it can be difficult to train for a novice. It is a very good speaker and can be taught to whistle, clap and dance.
Hahn's Macaws are noisy and are not recommended for apartment life. They require a large cage with plenty of perches as well as food bowls. They also need to be able to run regularly outside the cage. They are also very strong chewers and require a cage that is safe.
Blue-and-yellow Macaw
The Blue-and-yellow Macaw (Ara ararauna) is a beautiful, large, tropical parrot. This bird, like other Macaws is monogamous and pairs for life. It also has a tendency to mimicry, which makes it a great companion bird.
This species is native to South America and can be found in a variety of habitats. Cloud forests, savannas and rainforests are all habitats that could be used. The Blue-and-yellow Macaw is deemed endangered by the IUCN and conservation efforts are underway to protect this magnificent animal.
The birds reach their breeding age at 3-4 years old. It is believed that they are a pair for life and will stay together until one of them dies. The Blue-and Yellow macaw typically lays two to three eggs in a single nest. The eggs are incubated by the female, and the male will aggressively defend the nest. When the chicks are born, they are altricial, and they must rely on parents to feed them until they are able to feather themselves and feed themselves.
In the wild, Macaws are social birds and will spend their time in groups of other parrots and Macaws. They are highly intelligent and can learn a wide range of sounds. The Blue-and-Yellow is a master flyer. It is often observed performing amazing aerial maneuvers and soaring through forest canopy.
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw is an attractive charismatic bird. This is a great option for anyone looking for a pet to bring pleasure and love.
This beautiful large tropical parrot is native to South America. It is monogamous, and mates for life and has a strong inclination toward mimicry. It has a strong tendency to be a part of a human family and can master a wide range of words and phrases.
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw reaches breeding age at 3 to 4 years old. Blue-and-yellow Macaws are known to form a pair for life and are found in small groups. The Blue-and-yellow is found in many habitats, including cloud forests, savannas, jungles, and rainforests. The Blue-and-yellow prefers to nest in tree cavities, which they excavat with their powerful beaks. Females lay between 2 and 3 eggs, and will incubate the clutch for approximately 1 month.