How to Tame a Blue Macaw and Red Macaw

Macaws typically pick their mate for life. They spend a lot of time together sharing food, grooming and caring for young. Unfortunately, these majestic birds are teetering near the edge of disappearing from their habitats.

Humans' destruction of habitats and cage bird trade and poaching are all major threats to this beautiful species.

Great Green Macaw

The magnificent green Macaw (Ara-ambiguus) is among the largest parrots in Central America. It is also among the most striking and colorful birds that live in the rainforest canopy. Its green plumage is accented by the red on its forehead and blue on its lower back, and tail feathers. Its long, pointed wings and tail allow it to effortlessly move through the forests. The beak is huge and sturdy, well-suited to break open seeds and nuts. The great green macaw is a fugivore and, as such is a key part in sustaining healthy rainforest ecosystems. The dispersal of seeds helps tree species like the maiz-based tree Dipteryxoleifera thrive and provide food to other species of animals.


The majestic birds are typically found in pairs or small groups and spend the majority of their time in the forest canopy looking for fruits, nuts and seeds. Nests are often located in hollow tree cavities which they line with grass or branches. Females will lay between two and three eggs that will incubate over 26-28 days. The male assists with feeding the chicks once they hatch.

Captive great-green macaws are excellent companion animals. They are playful, intelligent birds. However, it is crucial to keep in mind that these birds require plenty of space, attention and patience in order to thrive. They are susceptible to biting and could be destructive if bored. They also are susceptible to certain health problems, such as proventricular dilatation or macaw wasting diseases.

The great green macaw is in decline like many other tropical species. Their habitat is being destroyed by mining, logging, agriculture, and cattle ranching. Their numbers are also impacted by illegal trade in wildlife as well as hunting for food.

The only way to guarantee their survival is to safeguard their habitat. By creating corridors between protected zones, these creatures will be able to move around freely and have access to a variety of food sources. In the end, protecting the natural habitats of these beautiful birds can help protect other endangered species that share their habitats.

Blue and Gold Macaw

This gorgeous bird is among the most sought-after parrots in captivity around the world. It is intelligent and affectionate, as well as very active. It requires a lot of interaction and education, but can be a great pet if it is properly trained. Macaws can be aggressive when not properly trained or provided with clear boundaries. This is why it is essential 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 fantastic video that demonstrates how to hand tame the Blue and Gold Macaw. They provide some tricks, tips and techniques that can help anyone train their macaws to be friendly and fun to play with. Watch their video HERE.

A member of the parrot family, gold and blue macaws are neotropical birds that are native to forest (especially in areas of varzea) and woodland and savannah habitats of tropical Central America and South America as and Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean. They are mostly blue in their dorsum and tail feathers with accents of gold or yellow and gradient hues of green on the head. Their wings and wing coverts are blue with green highlights. Their feet are zygodactyl and have two toes facing forward and two pointing backwards. This adaptation allows them to grasp branches with ease.

They are monogamous and pair for life and stay together during breeding season. They excavate tree cavities with their powerful beaks to build nests. They usually lay two or three eggs and then incubate them for up to 25 days. When they hatch, both parents feed the chicks by regurgitation until they can take care of themselves.

Like all macaws, they're intelligent birds that communicate a wide range of emotions through a variety vocalizations. They also exhibit a range of courtship behaviors, like the cocking of their heads, flirting by raising the wings and blushing. They also show their emotions by shaking their tail feathers, bowing, prancing and bouncing.

They are playful and love to chew on toys. This is why it is recommended that pet owners provide plenty of bird-safe, sturdy toys that be able to withstand the force of their jaw muscles. This will help keep your teeth healthy and stop them from developing excessive tartar and plaque.

Red-shouldered Macaw

Often referred to as the Hahn's Macaw, this small bird is one of the most intelligent macaw species. It is a great speaker and can master many tricks. It is also more calm than other macaws, which makes it a great option for those who might be worried about a noisy parrot. It may be little nippy in the beginning, but usually grows out of it and becomes extremely playful as a mature parrot.

This bird is native to savannahs, swamplands, and tropical lowland habitats across Brazil, Venezuela, Guyana and South-eastern Peru. Its vibrant green coloration 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 chicks will be able to fly. This species typically has a long-term relationship and is usually seen in pairs.

It mostly hunts for berries, flowers fruit, seeds, nuts and leaves in its natural habitat. They are also known to eat bugs. They are also known to gather close to clay cliffs. It is believed that this will help them remove any toxins that they may have ingested during eating their usual food.

Like other macaws, Hahn's Macaws are at risk of self-mutilation, feather plucking, nutritional disorders, proventricular dilatation and overgrown beaks. However, a well-balanced diet, regular veterinary checkups and proper maintenance of the cage can stop these issues from developing.

This bird can live up to 50 years in the wild. It is not usually sold in large pet shops but it can be found in avian-specialty stores as well as from bird breeders. It is smart, but is difficult to train a beginner. It is a good talker and can be taught to whistle and clap as well as dance.

Hahn's Macaws are extremely noisy and are not recommended for apartments living. They require a large cage with plenty of perches as well as food bowls. They also need to be able to run regularly outside 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 the other members of the Macaw family it is monogamous and pairs for life. It also has a tendency to mimicry which makes it a good 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 in progress to protect this magnificent animal.

The birds are able to breed at the age of 3 or 4 years old. It is known that they will pair for the rest of their lives and will stay together until one partner dies. The Blue-and Yellow macaw typically will lay between two and three eggs in one nest. The eggs are incubated by the female and male, while the female will fight for the nest. Once the chicks hatch they become altricial, meaning they have to rely on their parents for food until they become capable of feathering themselves and start feeding themselves.

In the wild, Macaws are social birds and are often seen in groups of other parrots and Macaws. They are intelligent and learn many sounds. The Blue-and-Yellow is a skilled flyer, and can be seen soaring through the canopy of the forest and performing other spectacular aerial maneuvers.

The Blue-and Yellow Macaw is a stunning and charming creature. It is an excellent option for those seeking a pet that will bring joy and companionship.

This beautiful, large tropical parrot is native to South America. It is a monogamous bird that mates for life and has a strong tendency towards imitation. It is prone to be a part of a human family 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. Blue-and-yellow Macaws pair up for life and are found in small groups. The Blue-and-Yellow can be found in a variety of habitats like cloud forests and savannas. The Blue-and-Yellow prefers nest inside tree cavities which they build with their powerful beaks. Females lay between 2 and 3 eggs. Buy Macaw will then incubate them for an entire week.