Lolita the Blue and Gold Macaw

The blue-and-gold macaw is an exquisite bird with a stunning visual appeal. Its social nature makes it a wonderful companion for families. It is also a natural at interacting and can pick up the language and tricks quickly.

Our personal blue-and-gold macaw, Pteri, can say hello, water, apple, and more. The birds can live for more than 50 years.

Lolita’s Personality

Macaws make wonderful companion birds. They are smart and affectionate. These birds do best with well-rounded families. They are prone to becoming bored and will find other ways to entertain themselves when their owners don't interact with them enough. Macaws who aren't properly socialized may become aggressive and can even bite. It is important to establish clear boundaries to ensure that the macaw does feel threatened.

Blue and Gold Macaws, in general, are active birds who are a joy to play with, interact with and climb. They should spend at least two to three hours each day in the outdoors to stimulate their minds and get physical exercise. They enjoy playing games, learning tricks, and listening to music. They also love playing in parks and playgrounds while hiking, and also visiting local restaurants and bars. They are not just a wonderful pet, but they are is also a great companion for children.

Despite their adorable nature they are loud and can be a nuisance to those who live close by. They can be heard making ear-splitting calls and screeches, which could be disruptive for those who live in apartments or condos.

Another interesting characteristic of this particular species is that it is monomorphic, meaning males and females are hard to differentiate. Because of this the only way to reliably determine sex is via DNA testing. Once sex is established pairing of the birds can be tried and breeding can begin.

Like all pets, Blue and Gold Macaws require training to master commands, phrases, and tricks. This isn't a simple process, and it's essential that the pet's owner has patience and understands that this is not an undertaking to be taken lightly. The use of positive reinforcement can speed up the process and help correct any behavior issues.

Lolita's care


For a long time, activists have been pleading for the release of Lolita from performing tricks at Miami Seaquarium and relocation to an open sea pen. After the 1993 film Free Willy sparked public outrage over the returning of orca Keiko into the wild, activists believed that Lolita would have a similar fate. Unfortunately, she never got the chance to go back to the sea.

Lolita's captors - the Dolphin Company - have ignored veterinary advice and continue to put her in danger. They cause harm to her health by forcing her to perform for tourists. They over-exert her with high-speed circles and head-first diving, expose her to chlorine and cause her to lose weight. Additionally, they place her in an incredibly small tank that is less than one-and-a half times the size of her natural habitat.

Fortunately in 2022 the new owner of Miami Seaquarium pledged to work with an organization of Lolita advocates called Friends of Toki and the Lummi tribe, who consider her a relative in a plan to eventually move her to the open water. The plan included a facility in Washington's westcoast where she could live the remainder of her life, receive human care, and be monitored by scientists. The sanctuary pen was expected to be hundreds of time larger than her Miami house and was surrounded by ocean, but not concrete tanks.

If the plan was implemented, Lolita (also known as Tokitae or Toki) could still be alive today. In the wild killer whales are highly social animals who bond with family members until they die. Lolita who has been in a solitary space at Seaquarium in a secluded area for over 40 years, is being released into the wild. People from all over the country have called for Lolita's departure from Seaquarium and eventual release in the wild. They include Ric O'Barry who was a former Flipper trainer, Empty The Tanks, and Orca Network.

Lolita's Training

Our Macaws available for sale are intelligent and playful, bringing joy to your life. They are smart and form bonds with their caretakers. They live long and are easy to train. This makes them an ideal option for families that are new to caring for a pet. They can be adapted to various living spaces, and make a stunning addition to any home.

Lolita San Miguel has always wanted to carry on Joe Pilates' wish that everyone should be able to practice his method. To accomplish this, she created her own teacher training program, which is the most comprehensive available in the world today. The program is dubbed Lolita's Legacy(tm). The first step of the training is System I. System II builds upon the foundations introduced in System 1 through exercises using equipment. It also introduces teachers to exercises that use the Spine Corrector, Magic Circle, Foam Rollers and Bars. This module comes with an instructional manual and an instructional DVD of Lolita teaching the Method for your own practice.

After graduating Lolita's Teacher Training Program, you will be prepared to teach The Pilates Method anywhere on the globe! This program will help you work professionally, safely and efficiently with clients. You will gain a deep understanding of the different exercises and their interactions. You will be able apply this knowledge on any body to help your clients feel confident, strong and safe. Lolita's Legacy is a source of open-minded instructors who are knowledgeable of the Pilates Method and outstanding teaching skills. They also have an enthusiasm for this amazing exercise program that Joseph Pilates invented. After completing the four Systems, assignments and course hours, you will receive a thorough education certificate from Lolita's Legacy that was signed by Lolita San Miguel.

Lolita's Diet

A healthy diet is important for the health of a gold and blue macaw. These beautiful birds require premium food and lots of fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. A macaw that is well-fed in captivity can live for up to 60 years old. This majestic bird also needs plenty of space to fly and exercise.

A blue and golden macaw is a charming companion who is also very smart. They are renowned for their ability to master new tricks and phrases quickly. This bird is perfect for those just beginning their journey with an avian companionship.

This bird is also social and easily bonds with her family members. Macaws with gold and blue eyes are known to have loud vocalizations like "flock call" as part of their natural behavior. They might even play a game of squabbling and chewing at times, especially when they are unhappy or annoyed. This kind of behavior should be expected of potential pet owners.

Miami Seaquarium released a series updates on the condition of Lolita and her health however there are many questions. Certain experts, like Akromas, who trained or was in charge of the care of Lolita at some point, have expressed concerns about her diet. The most recent update on the Friends of Lolita website states that she is eating about 115 pounds of salmon, herring, capelin, and squid daily.

The Miami Seaquarium has been criticized for the quality of the food they feed their killer whales, specifically Lolita. The 57-year-old orca was removed from Puget Sound, Washington, in 1970. While the species is in danger living in a tank that many believe is too small.

Lolita's Health

While her beauty is undeniable However, her health continues to decline. She has been a source of concern for animal welfare groups who wish to see her released back to the wild. Lolita is a resident of the Miami Seaquarium since 1970 and has been an attraction for tourists for a long time. Mindy catalina macaw has battled chronic illnesses and an infection that has left her in a fragile condition.

The Miami Seaquarium which is now owned by the Dolphin Company, has not provided information about Lolita's present condition. However, the non-profit group Friends of Toki has provided monthly updates about her health and well-being on their website. They have shown that she is aging quickly and that her health is declining.

It is unclear what specific health issues are plaguing the orca, since her captor is not obliged to disclose the information. However, a database of necropsies taken from Sea World that was created by the Orca Project shows that kidney disease is a common cause in the deaths of captive orcas.

Despite the ongoing health issues there is a lot of hope that Lolita may be closer to a life in the wild than ever before. The new owner of the Seaquarium has expressed a commitment to removing the whale of her tank and into her natural habitat in the Pacific.

The move comes after years of public pressure, including from PETA and PETA, to have the Miami Seaquarium release Lolita into a seaside sanctuary in which she can swim in the ocean and perhaps even reunite with the orca thought to be her mother. Unfortunately these plans came late for the beloved whale, who died on Friday of what was believed to be a kidney issue.