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The Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) is arguably the most beautiful bird
of the parrot family. Preferring the love of the
immediate family over large crowds. They can become real show offs if introduced to the
public life at a young age.
Facts about the Scarlet Macaw
(Ara macao):Nature created a spectacular combination of color in this macaw.
They are in the top ten of the worlds most beautiful parrots. Preferring the love of the
immediate family over large crowds. They can become real show offs if introduced to the
public life at a young age. The most impressionable of the large macaws. This bird is
particularly sensitive to mistreatment of any type. They have sometimes been called
"nippy", but if raised in a loving environment, allowed daily freedom from their
cages and played with, they will match any Blue and Gold. They do poorly if raised in
isolation. They are highly sensitive to their environment. They can be the most loving and
adoring member of the family, but if mistreated when they are raised or teased they can
become headstrong and unhappy. Their are several variations of the Scarlet; most notably a
uncommon variety with emerald green on the wing along with the yellow; and the more common
wide patch of yellow. Their declining populations in the wild continues to cause great
concern for tropical environmentalists.
In the wild, Scarlet Macaws live in family groups of up to thirty
birds, but pair off within the groups. Occasionally, isolated pairs of
Scarlet Macaws are observed. They are highly social and are often seen
keeping the company of Green-Winged or Blue and Gold Macaws . While
flying, Scarlet Macaws give regular, raucous croaking calls. When
perched (in the wild), Scarlet Macaws are nearly silent, and are generally extremely
cautious when near the ground or in areas where raptors might prey upon
them. They regularly visit clay banks where they consume mineral clay
in order to obtain the nutrients they need to neutralize the toxins
released into their systems from eating unripe fruit. Scarlet Macaws
feed upon both unripe and ripe fruits, in addition to seeds and nuts,
greenery, flowers and berries. In captivity, you should feed your
Scarlet Macaws greens, a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, nuts
and seed mixes and a mineral supplement. Egg food and white bread are
good for young, hand reared birds, and biscuits or oatmeal makes much
appreciated treats. In warm weather, spray your Scarlet Macaw, as they
love to bathe, and be sure to have fresh water readily available.
Scarlet Macaws should be kept warm with a bit of humidity, as this is
their natural clime. They are talkative and social, and may be kept
with other birds except for during their breeding season. They love
human attention and are curious, affectionate, and docile, forming close bonds with their handlers.
Scarlet Macaws as a Pet
They are beautiful, yet high-maintenance pet birds that require an
experienced bird owner, or someone who is committed to learning about
them, and providing the appropriate environment and care for this
magnificent parrot. In the wild, macaws are used to "customizing" their
environment, chewing on branches, creating a nest to raise their young.
In a home, they will continue to chew and explore with their beak
anything that is in their environment. Training is important to
integrate them into the family, and develop acceptable behavior.
Providing them with a very large cage that allows for movements inside the cage, toys, several food dishes and branches is important.
Macaws can be cranky at times and may be a one person bird or sometimes develop a liking for only men or women.
Scarlet Macaws can be very noisy, as they make loud, low-pitched, throaty squawks and screams.
Scarlet
Macaws are popular cage birds for those who can pay both the high price
of the bird and the price of the big cage needed, can stand their loud
calls, and can give them considerable time outside their cages. They
are considered sociable and affectionate, and some talk well.
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