Macaws generally choose an mate for life and spend the majority of their time together sharing food grooming and caring for young. Unfortunately, these magnificent birds are towards being extinct in their habitat.
The poaching of this beautiful species, habitat destruction by humans and the cage bird trade are all dangers.
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 vivid green plumage is accented by the red on its forehead and blue on its lower back, rump and tail feathers. Its long, pointed wings and tail allow it to easily move through the forests. Its beak is long and sturdy, well-suited to break open seeds and nuts. The great green Macaw is a predator and, consequently, plays an important part in maintaining healthy rainforest ecologies. Seed dispersal is a key factor in helping species of trees like the maiz-based biological Tree Dipteryxoleifera flourish, providing food to other animal species.
The majestic birds are generally often seen in small groups and spend the majority of their time in the canopy of the forest searching for nuts, fruits, and seeds. They are known to nest in hollow tree cavities which they typically line with grass and branches. The female will lay two to three eggs which she will then incubate for between 26 and 28 days. When the chicks hatch, the male helps to feed them.
Captive macaws with great-green colors make great companion pets. They are intelligent, playful birds. It is crucial to remember that these animals need plenty of space, time, and attention to thrive. They are known to bite and be destructive when bored. They also are susceptible to certain health problems, like proventricular dilatation or macaw wasting.
As with many other tropical species, great green macaws are declining. Their habitat is being destroyed by logging, mining and agriculture as well as cattle ranching. The illegal wildlife trade and hunting for food are also affecting their numbers.
The only way to ensure their survival is to secure their habitat. By creating corridors between protected zones, the creatures will be able to move freely and gain access to a variety of food sources. The ultimate goal is to preserve the natural habitat of these beautiful birds will help to save other species threatened by extinction who share their habitats, such as the Scarlet Macaw and Yellow-naped Amazon.
Blue and Gold Macaw
This beautiful bird is one of most sought-after parrots kept in captivity all over the world. It is intelligent and affectionate. It is also very active. It requires a great deal of interaction and training but is a great pet if it is properly trained. Macaws can be aggressive if not properly trained or provided with distinct boundaries. This is why it is essential to work with a professional trainer who knows how to handle large birds and can teach them tricks. Dave and Jamieleigh from BirdTricks have put together a wonderful video showing how to hand manage an Blue and Gold Macaw. They provide some tips, tricks and methods that can help anyone train their macaw to be a friend and enjoyable to play with. Check out their video HERE.
Macaws with gold and blue feathers, part of the parrot family, are neotropical neotropical bird species that are native to tropical Central America and South America (especially the varzea habitats) and woodland and savannah environments as well as Trinidad and Tobago. Macaws are characterized by a blue dorsum and tail feathers, as well as gradient shades of green on their heads. They also have accents of gold or yellow. Their wing covers and buymacaw wings are blue with green highlights. Their feet are zygodactyl and have two toes facing forward and two facing backwards. This adaptation allows them to grab branches easily.
They are monogamous, and pair for life and remain together during the breeding season. They build their nests in tree cavities that they excavate using their strong beaks. They usually lay two or three eggs and then incubate them for a period of 25 days. Once they hatch both parents feed the chicks by regurgitation until they can manage on their own.
Like all macaws intelligent birds that communicate an array of emotions through a variety vocalizations. They also display a variety courtship behavior, such as cocking the head, flirting with raised wings and blushing. They also show their emotions by swaying their tail feathers and bowing, prancing, and bouncing.
They are also playful and they love to chew on toys. As such, it is recommended that owners provide plenty of bird-safe, durable toys that can hold up to their strong jaw muscles. This will help keep the teeth healthy and keep them from developing excessive tartar and plaque.
Red-shouldered Macaw
Sometimes referred to as the Hahn's Macaw, this small bird is one of the most intelligent macaw species. It's a very good speaker and is able to master a variety of tricks. It's also more peaceful than other macaws, which makes it a great option for people who might be worried about a loud parrot. It is little nippy in the beginning, but usually grows out of it and is extremely 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. Its vibrant green coloration is ideal for hiding in the vegetation. It lay between two and five eggs and incubates them for 24 days. After two months the chicks are ready grow. This species is usually paired for life, and often in pairs.
It primarily forages for berries, flowers and fruits, as well as nuts, seeds, and leaves in its natural habitat. The birds are well-known for eating insects, too. They are also known to gather on clay cliffs that are believed to help remove any toxins they have ingested from their usual food sources.
Like other macaws Hahn's Macaws are susceptible to self-mutilation and feather plucking nutritional disorders, proventricular dilatation disease and beaks that are overgrown. However, a well-balanced diet, regular vet checkups and proper cage maintenance can stop these issues from developing.
In the wild, this bird is extremely social and can live for up to 50 years. It isn't usually sold in large pet stores however it is sold at avian-specialty shops and from bird breeders. It is intelligent, but is 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 extremely noisy and are not recommended for apartments living. They require a large cage with many steady perches, several large food bowls and plenty of opportunities for daily exercise outside their cage. They are also very robust chewers and require a cage that is sturdy and is secure.
Blue and yellow Macaw
The Blue-and-Yellow Macaw is an enormous, beautiful tropical parrot. Like all Macaws is monogamous, and pairs for life. It also has a strong tendency towards mimicry, which can make it a wonderful companion bird.
This species is native to South America, and can be found in various habitats. These include cloud forests, savannas, and rainforests. The Blue-and-Yellow Macaw is considered endangered by the IUCN Conservation efforts are in progress to protect this beautiful animal.
The birds are able to breed once they reach the age of 3 or 4 years. They are often paired for life and remain bonded until one of the partners dies. The Blue-and-Yellow macaw lays between two and three eggs per nest. The female is the one who incubates eggs, while the male aggressively defends the nest. Once the chicks hatch they are altricial, and they must rely on parents for food until they become capable of feathering themselves and feed themselves.In the wild, Macaws are social birds and spend their time in groups of other parrots and Macaws. They are highly intelligent and can master a vast variety of sounds. The Blue-and-yellow is a skilled flyer, and can be seen soaring through the forest canopy and performing other spectacular aerial maneuvers.
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw is a beautiful and charismatic creature. It is a great choice for anyone looking for a pet that will bring joy and companionship.
This bird is beautiful, large, tropical parrot that is native to South America. It is a monogamous bird that is a lifelong mate and has a strong inclination towards imitation. It is inclined to bond with humans and is able to learn a variety of words and phrases.
When the Blue-and-Yellow Macaw is between 3 and 4 years old, it is breeding age. The Blue-and-yellow pair will last for the rest of their lives, and is known to be a part of small groups of family members. The Blue-and Yellow can be found in a variety of habitats, including cloud forests and Savannas. The Blue-and Yellow prefers to nest inside cavities in trees which they build with their powerful beaks. Females lay between 2 and 3 eggs and incubate them for around a month.
