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How to Tame a Blue Macaw and Red Macaw
Macaws generally choose an mate for life and spend much of their time together, sharing food grooming, and taking care of young. Unfortunately, these majestic birds are teetering towards disappearing from their habitats.
The poaching of this beautiful bird species and habitat destruction caused by humans and the cage bird trade are all threats.
Great Green Macaw
The great green macaw (Ara ambiguus) is the largest parrot in Central America and one of the most striking birds 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 tail and wings are both long and pointed which allows it to move easily through forest canopies. Its beak is large and sturdy, well-suited to break open seeds and nuts. The great green macaw is a fugivore and, consequently it plays a crucial part in sustaining healthy rainforest ecosystems. Seed dispersal is a key factor that allows species of trees such as the maiz biological tree Dipteryx oleifera to flourish and provide food for other species of animals.
These majestic birds live in small groups or pairs, and spend most of their time flying high up in the forest canopies searching for fruit, nuts, and seeds. They are known to nest in hollow tree cavities, which they usually line with grass and branches. Females will lay between two and three eggs that she will incubate for around 26-28 days. After the chicks hatch the male assists in feeding them.
Captive great-green macaws make excellent companion pets. They are playful, intelligent birds. However, it's important to remember that these birds require plenty of space, attention and patience in order to thrive. They can bite and be destructive when bored. They may also be susceptible to certain health issues, like proventricular dilatation and macaw wasting disease.
The great green macaw is declining as are many other tropical species. Their habitat is being destroyed by mining and logging as well as cattle ranching and agriculture. The illegal trade in wildlife and hunting for food is also affecting their numbers.
Protecting the habitat of these incredible animals is the only way to ensure their survival. By creating corridors between protected zones, the animals will be able to move freely and gain access to various food sources. Ultimately, preserving the natural habitat of these beautiful birds will help to protect other endangered species who share their habitats including the Scarlet Macaw and Yellow-naped Amazon.
Blue and Gold Macaw
This beautiful bird is one of the most sought-after parrots in captivity around the world. It is intelligent and a very affectionate animal. It requires a great deal of interaction and education, but can make a wonderful pet if it is properly trained. Macaws are known to be aggressive if not properly trained and provided with distinct boundaries. This is why it's crucial to find an experienced trainer who understands how to manage large birds and teach them tricks. Dave and Jamieleigh of BirdTricks, have created an excellent video that shows how to hand-tame the Blue and Gold Macaw. They provide some tips, tricks and techniques that can aid anyone in training their macaw to be a friend and fun to play with. Click HERE to view their video.
A parrot species in the family, gold and blue macaws are neotropical birds native to forest (especially in varzea areas) and woodland and savannah habitats of tropical Central America and South America as well as Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean. The macaws have a mainly blue dorsum and tail feathers, as well as different shades of green on their head. They also have yellow or gold. The covers of their wings and wings are blue with green highlights. Their feet are zygodactyl with two toes facing forward and two facing backwards. This adaptation allows them to grasp branches easily.
They are monogamous and pair for life and stay together during breeding season. They dig up tree cavities with their powerful beaks to construct nests. They usually lay two to three eggs and then incubate them for up to 25 days. Once hatched the altricial chicks are fed through regurgitation by both parents until they are able to take care of themselves.
They are intelligent birds who communicate a wide range emotions through a variety of vocalizations. They also display a variety courtship behavior, such as cocking the head and flirting with wings raised and blushing. They also show their emotions by swaying their tail feathers as well as bowing, prancing and bouncing.
They are also playful, and they are fond of chewing toys. Therefore, it is recommended that owners provide an assortment of sturdy safe bird-friendly toys that can withstand their powerful jaw muscles. This will help keep your teeth healthy and prevent them from developing excessive plaque and tartar.
Red-shouldered Macaw
This tiny bird, called the Hahn's Macaw is one of the smartest macaws. It is a good friend to its human companions and is a ferocious speaker that can master many tricks. It is also more calm than other macaws. This makes it a great choice for those who are worried about a loud bird. It may be small and nippy, but generally gets over it and is very playful as an older parrot.
The bird is native to swamplands and savannahs as as tropical lowland habitats throughout Brazil, Venezuela Guyana and South-Eastern Peru. Its vibrant green coloration is ideal for hiding among the vegetation. It lays between two and five eggs and incubates them for 24 days. After two months, the chicks are ready to fly. This species typically mates for life and is usually found in pairs.
In its natural habitat, it mostly forages for berries and flowers, fruits, nuts, seeds and leaves. The birds are also known to eat bugs. They also sit on cliffs made of clay that are believed to remove 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, and overgrown beaks. A balanced diet, regular vet checks, and proper cage care can help prevent these issues.
In the wild, this bird is very social and can live up to 40 to 50 years. It isn't typically sold in large pet stores but it can be found at avian-specialty shops as well as from breeders of birds. It is intelligent, however it is difficult to train a beginner. It is a great speaker, and can be trained to whistle, clap and dance.
Hahn's Macaws are loud and not recommended for apartment life. These birds require a large cage with plenty of perches as well as food bowls. They should also be able to exercise regularly outside of the cage. They are also strong chewers and require a cage that is safe.
Blue-and-yellow Macaw
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw is a large, beautiful tropical parrot. Like all Macaws is monogamous and pairs for life. It also has a strong inclination towards mimicry and can make it a wonderful companion bird.
This species is native South America and can be found across a wide range of habitats. This includes cloud forests, savannas and rainforests. IUCN has declared the Blue and Yellow Macaw endangered and conservation efforts have been launched to protect this beautiful bird.
The birds are able to breed when they reach the age of 3 or 4 years. It is known that they are a pair for life and will stay together until one of them dies. The Blue-and yellow macaw lays between two and three eggs in each nest. The eggs are incubated by the female, and the male will fight for the nest. Once the chicks hatch they become dependent on their parents for food until they are able feather themselves and begin to feed themselves.
In the wild, Macaws are social birds and are often seen in flocks of other parrots and Macaws. They are extremely intelligent, and can learn a wide range of sounds. The Blue-and-Yellow is a master flyer. It can be observed performing amazing aerial maneuvers and soaring through forest canopy.
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw is a beautiful, charismatic bird. This is a wonderful option for anyone looking for a pet to bring pleasure and love.
This bird is stunning large, tropical parrot that is native to South America. It is a monogamous species that is a couple for life and has a strong inclination towards mimicry. It also has an inclination to bond with humans, and can learn many different words and phrases.
The Blue-and Yellow Macaw is breeding when it is between 3 and 4 years old. The Blue-and-yellow pair will last for life, and is known to be a part of small family 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 dig out with their powerful beaks. Females will lay 2 to 3 eggs, and will incubate the clutch for about 1 month.