Description
The Scarlet Macaw Ara macao is one of the most magnificent of the Macaw species. This large Macaw has a long history as a companion to humans, dating back to the early 1100’s.They are described as magnificent, beautiful, and striking, as well as gaudy by some.
A brilliantly adorned parrot, the Scarlet Macaw is truly a fantastic spectacle of color. It is a large Macaw and very similar in appearance to the Green-winged Macaw Ara chloroptera. Both of these parrots have a large amount of red in their feathers. The Scarlet Macaw is distinguished by the broad band of yellow feathers running across the middle of its wings, rather than the green band as seen on the Green Wing. Like the Green-winged, most of its body, head, and upper wings are a bright red, but it is noticeably a lighter shade of red than that on the Green Wing. It is also slightly smaller than the Green-winged, and a bit more boisterous in personality.
The Scarlet Macaw is very beautiful, inquisitive, and intelligent. Scarlet Macaws are eager learners and can be taught a variety of tricks. They can be quite talented as a talker, though generally not quite as adept as the Blue and Gold Macaw. Scarlet’s can learn about 5 to 10 words or phrases while the Blue and Gold can learn around 15 to 20. Like all Macaws, it has a loud call and it may be quite vocal at times.
This is a lively bird that loves to play and interact. It can also be quite flamboyant and boisterous in personality. The personality of a Scarlet is such that it requires good socialization at a young age. It requires a firm consistent hand in training, especially as it matures. The well socialized Scarlet Macaw is extremely social, and will be very friendly and confident with a number of people. However, this Macaw takes a dedicated and determined keeper to reach and maintain its potential as a great pet bird.
Margaret Graham –
Best experience I could have possibly asked for. From day 1, these breeders have been nothing but honest, supportive and educative. they are not pushy on selling but wants to make sure you and the bird you’re looking for are a right match for each other based on your lifestyle. they sent me updates on my bird as time went and helped me with every detail from cage, food to toy suggestions. they followed up and checked on me and my bird even after she came home and has been very helpful throughout the transition of my bird coming home. If you’re looking for a reputable breeder, this is it.
Margaret Graham
Ontario Canada
Bill Shakespear –
I am so happy to have received my baby boy this afternoon, thank you very much for answering all my questions throughout the weaning process. You guys are the best finally helped me get the bird of my dreams, he is so healthy and sweet.
Bill Shakespear
Louisville Kentucky
William Muller –
Wonder Service! Healthy and Beautiful baby bird I received. this breeders are very knowledgeable and answered all my questions and concern’s. Definitely will be buying my 2nd parrot from them
William Muller
Arlington Virginia