How to Tame a Blue Macaw and Red Macaw
Macaws generally choose a partner and spend many hours together, sharing food, grooming each other and caring for their young. Unfortunately, these magnificent bird species are on the verge of being extinct.
The poaching of this beautiful species, habitat destruction by humans and the trade in cages for birds are all threats.
Great Green Macaw
The magnificent green Macaw (Ara-ambiguus) is among the largest parrots of Central America. It is also one of the most striking and colorful birds that live in the rainforest canopy. Its vibrant green plumage is complemented by the red of its forehead and blue on its lower back, rump and tail feathers. Its tail and wings are long and pointed that allow it to glide effortlessly through the forest canopy. The beak is huge and strong, designed for breaking open seeds and nuts. The great green macaw is a frugivore and, as such, it plays an important role in sustaining healthy rainforest ecosystems. Seed dispersal helps tree species such as the maiz biological tree Dipteryx oleifera to flourish, providing food for other animal species.
The majestic birds are typically often seen in small groups and spend the majority of their time in the forest canopy searching for fruit, nuts and seeds. Nests are typically found in hollow tree cavities which they line with grass or branches. The female will lay between two and three eggs, which she will incubate for around 26-28 days. Once the chicks hatch, the male assists in feeding them.
Captive great-green macaws are excellent companion animals. They are playful, intelligent birds. It is essential to remember that these animals need plenty of space, time, and care to flourish. They are susceptible to biting and could be destructive if bored. They are also susceptible to certain health issues, like proventricular dilatation, or macaw wasting diseases.
The great green macaw is declining like many other species in the tropical zone. Their habitat is being destroyed due to mining and logging, agriculture and cattle ranching. The illegal trade in wildlife and hunting for food is also affecting their numbers.
Protecting the habitat of these amazing creatures is the only way to ensure their survival. By creating corridors between protected zones, these animals will be able to move freely and gain access to numerous sources of food. In the end, preserving the natural habitats of these beautiful birds will help to protect other endangered species that share their habitats.
Blue and Gold Macaw
This gorgeous bird is among the most popular parrots in captivity around the world. It is smart, affectionate and very active. It requires a lot of interaction and training, however, it can be a great companion if properly trained. Macaws can be aggressive if not properly trained or given clearly defined boundaries. This is why it is important to work with a professional trainer who is aware of how to handle large birds and teach them tricks. Dave and Jamieleigh, from BirdTricks, have created a great video that shows how to hand tame the Blue and Gold Macaw. They offer some tips, tricks and methods to aid anyone in training the macaw to ensure it is fun and friendly to play with. Click HERE to view their video.
Blue and gold macaws, one of the parrots family, are neotropical neotropical bird species native to tropical Central America and South America (especially habitats with varzea) and woodland and savannah areas as well as Trinidad and Tobago. Macaws are characterized by a blue dorsum with tail feathers and different shades of green on their heads. They also have gold or yellow. Their wings and wing coverts are blue with green highlights. Their feet are zygodactyl, with two toes pointing forward and two pointing backwards. This adaptation allows them to grasp branches easily.
They are monogamous and pair for life, and they stay together during the breeding season. They dig up tree cavities using their powerful beaks to build nests. They typically lay two to three eggs and incubate them for 25 days. Once they hatch, both parents feed the altricial chicks by regurgitation until they're able to manage on their own.
Like all macaws, they're intelligent birds that can communicate a wide range of emotions using a variety of vocalizations. They also display a variety of courtship behaviors, including cocking their head and flirting with wings raised and blushing. They can also express their emotions by swaying their tail feathers and bowing, prancing, and dancing.
They are playful and love to chew toys. It is therefore recommended that owners offer various durable safe, bird-friendly toys that are able to be able to withstand the force of their jaw muscles. This will help keep the teeth healthy and prevent the development of tartar and plaque.
Red-shouldered Macaw
It is often referred to as Hahn's Macaw, this small bird is among the most intelligent macaw species available. It is a good talker and is able to master a variety of tricks. It is also more calm than other macaws. This makes it an ideal choice for those who are worried about a loud bird. Although it can be nippy as a young child, it generally develops out of this behaviour and is extremely playful as an adult.
This bird is native in swamplands and savannahs as well as tropical lowland habitats across Brazil, Venezuela Guyana and South-Eastern Peru. The vibrant green color is perfect for camouflaging among the vegetation. It produces between two and five eggs, that are incubated for a period of 24 days. After two months, the eggs are ready to fly. This species is usually paired for life, and typically found in pairs.
It mostly hunts for berries, flowers and fruits, as well as seeds, nuts and leaves in its natural habitat. These birds are known to eat insects too. They are also known to gather on clay cliffs, which are thought to remove any toxins they might have ingested from their usual food sources.
Buy Macaw can be prone to self-mutilation, feather plucking, and nutritional disorders. They also are susceptible to proventricular dilatation as well as overgrown beaks. A balanced diet, regular veterinary examinations, and appropriate cage care can help prevent these issues.
In captivity, the bird is very social and can live for up to 50 years. It is not usually available in pet shops with large sizes but it can be found in avian-specialty stores as well as from bird breeders. It has a high intelligence level, however it can be difficult for someone who is new to learning. It is a great speaker and can be taught to whistle and clap as well as dance.
Hahn's Macaws are loud and not recommended for apartment life. They require a large cage with a variety of steady perches, several large food bowls and plenty of opportunities to exercise regularly outside of their cage. They are also very robust chewers and require a sturdy cage that is well-secured.
Blue and yellow Macaw
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw is a beautiful, large tropical parrot. Like all Macaws is monogamous, and pairs for life. It is also susceptible to mimicry, making it a perfect companion bird.
This species is native to South America and can be found across a wide range of habitats. Cloud forests, savannas and rainforests are all possible habitats. The Blue-and-Yellow Macaw is deemed to be endangered by the IUCN, and conservation efforts are underway to protect this beautiful creature.
The birds can breed at the age of 3 or 4 years. They are known to be a pair for life and remain bonded until one of the partners dies. The blue-and-yellow macaw will lay between two and three eggs per nest. The eggs are hatched by the female and males will fight for the nest. Once the chicks hatch they are altricial, and they must rely on parents to feed them until they are able to feather themselves and begin feeding themselves.
In the wild, Macaws are social birds and will spend their time in flocks of other parrots and Macaws. They are very intelligent, and are able to learn a broad range of sounds. The Blue-and Yellow is a skilled flyer. It can be observed performing amazing aerial maneuvers, and soaring through forest canopy.
The Blue-and-Yellow Macaw is an attractive and captivating bird. This is a great option for anyone looking for a pet to bring joy and affection.
This beautiful large tropical parrot is native to South America. It is monogamous and can be a mate for life and has a tendency toward mimicry. It also has a strong attraction to humans, and can learn a wide range of words and phrases.
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw is breeding when it is between 3 and 4 years old. Blue-and-yellow Macaws are known to pair up for life and are found in small groups. The Blue-and-Yellow species can be found in many habitats including cloud forests and savannas. The Blue-and-Yellow prefers build nests in cavities in trees that they construct with their powerful beaks. Females lay between 2 and 3 eggs. Then she will incubate them for about a week.