Macaws On Java Tree - Click to Enlarge
Macaws make great pet to anyone who’s ready to commit and devote plenty of time and attention to these birds.
There is no way , you can get away with keeping the bird in the cage , with no play time , just to enjoy the beauty and show off to your friends what an amazing looking , exotic bird you have. First off, the macaw will not put up with that, they will let you know , by continuous loud screaming when they are being ignored or feel bored. And you know what, they are not doing anything wrong, not at all. Yes, we all know macaws can be very loud, but a lot of people do not understand that if they are given the quality time they need every day, if they are not hungry or cold, a macaw will not scream. It is very natural for any bird to be vocal in the morning and evening hours, it is usually 15-30 min at sunrise and same at dawn. Ok , we covered most of the screaming part , now let’s talk about cage, toys and food.
Macaws At Play- Click to Enlarge
You will have to provide your Macaw with a roomy cage, the bigger the better. The bird should be able to easily spread its wings in the cage and have enough room for all the toys, perches and swings. Macaws love to play. At least three toys should be in the cage at all time. You know they are not going to last for long,those big beaks know how to chew and destroy objects in no time. I rotate different sets of toys every couple weeks, 5that way my birds play with the old ones, just like they’ve never played with them before. Birds are just like kids!
Nuts and seeds are a must in the Macaw diet. Of course pellets, fruits and vegetables should also be given to your bird every day. Change the water at least once daily.
Macaws are very curious birds, and they are also eager to learn new things all the time. They love to perform tricks and take on to them pretty quickly. Have two learning sessions a day, each one should not be longer then 10-15 min. Reward them with a treat every time they show even a little progress. It is very important to stimulate them and to make it fun for them.
Blue and Gold Macaw On Its Back- Click to Enlarge
Macaws are flock birds, and they should feel as a real member of the family. The more love and respect you give them , the more you will get back in return.
