How to Tame a Blue Macaw and Red Macaw
Macaws typically pick an mate for life and spend much of their time together sharing food grooming and caring for young. Unfortunately, these majestic bird species are on the verge of being extinct.
The poaching of this beautiful bird species, habitat destruction by humans and the trade in cages for birds are all threats.
Great Green Macaw
The great green Macaw (Ara-ambiguus) is among the largest parrots in Central America. It is also one of the most striking and colorful birds in the rainforest canopy. Its vibrant green plumage is accented by the red on its forehead and blue on its lower back, rump and tail feathers. The long pointed wings and tail let it effortlessly move through the forest canopy. Its beak is large and strong, adapted to break open seeds and nuts. The great green macaw is a predator and, as such it plays a crucial part in sustaining healthy ecosystems in the rainforest. Its seed dispersal allows species of trees such as the maiz biological tree Dipteryx oleifera to flourish, providing food for other animal species.
The majestic birds are typically seen in small or pair groups and spend most of their time in the forest canopy searching for fruit, nuts and seeds. They are well-known for nesting in hollow tree cavities which they often line with grass and branches. Females lay between two and three eggs which she will then incubate between 26-28 days. When the chicks hatch, males help feed them.
Captive great-green macaws are excellent companion pets. They are intelligent, playful birds. It is crucial to keep in mind that these animals require plenty of space, patience and care to flourish. They are known to bite and can be destructive when bored. They can also be prone to certain health issues, including proventricular dilatation and macaw-related wasting disease.
The great green macaw is declining like many other species in the tropical zone. 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.
Protecting the habitat of these incredible creatures is the only way to ensure their survival. By creating corridors between protected zones, the animals will be able move freely and gain access to a variety of sources of food. In knowing it , protecting the natural habitats of these beautiful birds can help to protect other endangered species who share their homes.
Blue and Gold Macaw
This gorgeous bird is among the most popular parrots kept in captivity worldwide. It is intelligent and affectionate, as well as active. It requires a lot of interaction and training, however, it can be a great companion if properly trained. However, macaws are also known to be aggressive when not properly trained and given distinct boundaries. It is important to hire an experienced trainer who knows how to handle large bird and can teach tricks. Dave and Jamieleigh from BirdTricks have put together a wonderful video that demonstrates how to hand control the Blue and Gold Macaw. They share some tricks, tips, and techniques to aid anyone in training a macaw so that it is a pleasure to play with. Click HERE to watch their video.
Macaws with gold and blue feathers, a member of the parrots family are neotropical neotropical bird species that are native to tropical Central America and South America (especially the varzea habitats) and woodland and savannah habitats as well as Trinidad and Tobago. They have mostly blue tail and dorsum feathers with accents of gold or yellow and a gradient of green on the head. Their wing covers and 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 grasp branches easily.
Monogamous birds pair for life, and stay together during the breeding season. They dig up tree cavities using their powerful beaks to construct nests. They typically lay two to three eggs and incubate them for a period of 25 days. After hatching the chicks born altricial are fed by regurgitation by both parents until they are old enough to take care of themselves.
They are intelligent birds that communicate a variety of emotions using a variety vocalizations. They also display 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 bouncing, prancing, bouncing, and prancing their wings.
They are also playful and they love to chew toys. Therefore, it is recommended that owners provide plenty of bird-safe, durable toys that can stand up to their powerful jaw muscles. This will help keep the teeth healthy and keep the development of plaque and tartar.
Red-shouldered Macaw
This tiny bird, also known as the Hahn's Macaw is one of the most intelligent macaws. It is a good talker and can master many tricks. It is also calmer than other macaws. This makes it a great choice for people who are worried about a loud bird. It can be little nippy in the beginning, but generally gets over it and can be very playful as an older parrot.
This bird is native to savannahs, swamplands and tropical lowland habitats across Brazil, Venezuela, Guyana and South-eastern Peru. Its vibrant green coloring is ideal to disguise itself in the forest. It lay between two and five eggs and then incubates them for 24 days. After two months, the chicks are ready to develop into fetuses. This species typically mates for life and is often found in pairs.
In its natural habitat, it mostly forages for berries and flowers and nuts, fruits, seeds and leaves. They are also known to devour bugs. They are also known to congregate on cliffs of clay that are believed to help eliminate any toxins they might have picked up from their usual food sources.
Like other macaws, Hahn's Macaws are susceptible to self-mutilation, feather plucking, nutritional disorders, proventricular dilatation disease and overgrown beaks. However, a balanced diet, regular vet checkups, and proper cage maintenance can prevent these problems from developing.
In the wild, this bird is extremely social and can live up to 40 to 50 years. It isn't typically sold in large pet stores however, it is available in avian-specialty shops and from breeders of birds. It has a high intelligence level, however it can be challenging for someone who is new to learning. It is a very good speaker and can be taught to whistle, clap, and dance.
Hahn's Macaws can be very loud and are not recommended for apartment living. They require a large cage with plenty of perches as well as food bowls. They should also be able to exercise daily outside of the cage. They are also strong chewers, and require cages that are secure.
Blue-and-yellow Macaw
The Blue-and-yellow Macaw (Ara ararauna) is a stunning large, tropical parrot. Like the other members of the Macaw family it is monogamous and pairs for life. It also has an inclination towards 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 possible habitats. IUCN has declared the Blue-and Yellow Macaw endangered and conservation efforts have been initiated to protect this beautiful bird.
The birds reach their breeding age at 3 to 4 years old. They are known to pair for the rest of their lives, and remain together until one of the partners dies. The Blue-and-yellow macaw usually lays two to three eggs in one nest. The female is the one who incubates eggs, while the male fights for the nest. Once the chicks hatch they become altricial and they are dependent on their parents for food until they are able to feather themselves and start feeding themselves.
In the wild they are social creatures and spend time in flocks with other Macaws and other species of parrot. They are highly intelligent and can master a vast variety of sounds. The Blue-and-Yellow is a skilled flyer, and can be seen flying through the canopy of the forest and performing other impressive aerial maneuvers.
The Blue-and-Yellow Macaw is a beautiful and captivating bird. This is a great option for anyone who is looking for an animal that will bring joy and affection.
This gorgeous large tropical parrot is native to South America. It is a monogamous bird that pairs up for life, and has a strong inclination towards imitation. It has a strong tendency to form bonds with humans and can master a wide range of phrases and words.
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw reaches breeding age when it is between 3 and 4 years old. Blue-and-yellow Macaws be a couple for the rest of their lives and live in small groups. The Blue-and-yellow can be found in a variety of habitats that include cloud forests, savannas jungles, and rainforests. The Blue-and-yellow prefers to nest in tree cavities which they excavat with their powerful beaks. The female will lay a couple of eggs and incubate them for around 1 month.