3 Things You Must Know Before Getting A
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- There is a reason why #Macaw #Parrots are so iconic- they are incredible, beautiful and watching them fly helps me make sense of the world!
However, before you get a Macaw Parrot, it is best to know and understand what you are getting yourself into!
1 Their Bodies
These are parrots that are large, and this should be carefully considered. In some ways, a Macaw parrot will take a toll on you because their feet are strong, their nails are long and their beaks are powerful. I’m confident that a Macaw parrot that is angry could do a lot of damage, but even when they are not and they are just playing, bonding and connecting with you, they leave their marks!
Their size also means that their sound is significant and their need to fly and chew wood can’t be denied. These birds need space to fly, to squawk and have fun!
2 Their Attitude
These birds have an attitude! They are intimidating and they know it, which means that people who have had parrots and know how to take care of them do best. Otherwise, one bite can be enough to keep some people from continuing to spend time with a Macaw - a sad fate for both people and the Macaw.
3 Their Diet
Macaw parrots have special dietary needs. In addition to needing fresh vegetables every day and parrot pellets, they also must have nut fat to be healthy. The thing about Macaws is that they are, in this way, expensive to keep. Because they are large, they require the largest cages or aviaries; additionally, buying Macaw mix or nuts can get expensive. I find it is more expensive than feeding a large dog!
I’ve 6 macaws including a hyacinth and found the most difficult of parrot ownership is getting a sitter when go away
Next to impossible- I agree and I do think it’s harder with Macaws, but it’s just it’s hard with any species. They never understand why you, as part of the flock, is gone. How is your hyacinth?
That is a species my husband wants but I’m a little intimidated and my flock is complete! Especially for such large parrots!
@@ParrotBliss he is very laid back with my other birds and like a puppy, size wise he isn’t much bigger than a greenwing but exceptionally needy as prefers humans to birds. I don’t know any aggressive hyacinths as such gentle natures. I’m lucky as my dad is my sitter and has been for 20 years but aware he is mid 70s now. My birds don’t miss me at all, no loyalty 😂
@@samdixon457 Missed your response! Just saw it! You are lucky that you were dad can take care of them - you make a hyacinth sound wonderful!
I think its easy. Keep them in pairs in aviary, so the playtime with humans just an extra pleasure. They live on their own lives. I agree, my birds do not miss me a lot I think (if it is a week or something like this)! 🤣
What’s the prices for them
I have 4 scars on my arm from my friends macaw. Before you get one just know that this isn’t a cat or dog, you can’t just say “step up” and expect them to go on your arm. You have to earn it, these are wild animals. They need your respect as much as you demand of theirs
We’ll said- and the bigger as a parent, you could say, the more respect you should give!
Depends on how you speak.
Ive owned all sorts of critters and my dogs and cats do the most harm playing. I have scabbed bite marks from a spicy 3 year old female cat. She hurts. You trying to tell me an occasional bite from a macaw isnt that bad.
@@kingfisher7960 search up how many pounds of force a macaw gives when they bite
Search for intelligent friends.... oh, your an american. sorry.
3:07
the way this man send the birds flying like its his xmen power is awesome
Oh, they look to be having such a happy happy time.
Yes, they love it!
No candles, no bleach, no strong scented cleaners, no automatic oven cleaning. You truly sacrifice a lot for these monsters, and it is so worth it.
I agree, but I figure, if those things aren’t good for them, they probably aren’t good for me either (it’s just not as obvious). Yes, soooo worth it!
I just read you also have to be extremely careful with Teflon coated non-stick pans, Bread machines, irons, some curling irons and hair appliances, space heaters, pancake grills, etc., I never knew this before reading your comment and googling it! (Despite owning and raising a couple cockatiels,when I was younger, who thankfully never were injured by such things)
But I shouldn't too surprised since that's basically the reason why miners took canaries with them into the mines because they were so sensitive and when the miners saw the birds were getting sick or worse, it was time to get the heck out of the mines.
It's just one of the many reasons, while despite having a deep admiration of these birds, I think it's best for me to just admire them from afar rather trying to raise one myself. I just couldn't imagine hurting (or worse) such a big, beautiful and extremely intelligent bird because of my carelessness or naivety.
Agree on all accounts. I have a male macaw and the amount of work is not for the faint of heart! Thinking about what you said about getting a second but my hubby would not be able to wrap his mind around that! Wish we could. We spend time with ours but he needs a companion while we are at work.
Also agree about being “tough skinned” being an absolute must!
Excellent video. They are absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for not sugar coating what it’s like having a Macaw. Many people do which is one of the reasons rescues are full. Breaks my heart. I love Dr. K. Great show.
Yes, it also breaks my heart that rescues are full. That’s part of my mission, to try to have people really bond with their parents so that they don’t want to give them up. Sometimes that means not getting the parrot that would be a poor fit.
@@ParrotBliss we dont have many in ireland, there not that common a pet theres no rescue i know of its all just in ppls houses but macaw rarerly come up unless we raise the funds to buy a bird to rescue which has had to be done.
I think I’ll stick with my green cheek conures😂 These macaws are absolutely gorgeous birds tho!
Wise, I say! GCC are awesome!
Really nice house! I wanna just come to yours and hang out with that veiw and parrot entertainment. 🤣 Much love from England.
That is so sweet! And I love hearing more people are from! Greetings to you in England! Hope you come soon!
My dad had a tattoo of a macaw 🦜 on his arm from when he was in the service. Rip dad I miss you. Thinking about getting a macaw in memory
Not a good reason to get one…. I had 5 and then I got sick! They live for up to 60 or so years! Vet bills are very very expensive! Food is super expensive organic fruits and veggies. They need their own room and a screened in porch to let them fly. They need to be out all day and just get put away when you are asleep or grocery shopping. You need to be home all day. Listen to this women…. She is so right! This is and should never be an impulse buy and you need to hear them scream in a small empty room for an hour before you know if you can handle the noise. And a bag of bird food is only half the cost cause it’s only half of what they eat. You need to meal prep and shop for them to eat correctly and the toys are 50 to 60 dollars a toy that might last a week. And these are the must haves! They also have the ability to reason and figure things out! They can also break out of their cage and chew through the Sheetrock and 2 by 4s to the outside of your house in about an hour if they really want to! That is no joke… very expensive!!!! A 18 month old toddler with the ability to dismantle a house with their beaks for 60 plus years!
Yesterday I went to a popular tourist location near my home with a bunch of locally owned businesses. One of them was a petting zoo and outside of it were two macaws and a third bird I couldn't identify. The macaws were together in a cage meant for parakeets and were clearly stressed and upset to the point they were plucking out their feathers. It didn't help that there were little kids going up to the cage and hitting it. It takes a quick and easy search to learn that you don't do that stuff with macaws yet there they were
Sad- not right.
report them to the police or ASPCA for animal abuse...
Update:
Went back there again last month and they were still there, but they'd been moved into a new cage out of kid's reach and were much happier and better taken care of
I was thinking getting one, you have educated me. That they are handful, but beautiful animals. Thank you so much
What species? Do you have lots of room, a big home? Takes so much time and attention -and I recommend two- and you have to have to be at the top of the pecking order. And then they are wonderful. I love Rosie!
Beautiful, beautiful birds! Great video. 💖💖💖
My bliss!
why is the quality of the video so good
I always try to make the best quality I can-
I thought I took shrooms on accident that’s how good the quality was. Amazing video though and beautiful birds you have there.
Your mac monsters are gorgeous!!
Yes, they are Mac’ Monster-tactic! We are blessed to have them!
damn, my GF and i have 2 lovebirds, so as small as parrots get, and we have our hands full with them, sometimes literally. they have the run of the house half the week when the cat doors are locked. The female is half wild so we 'ignore' her but her mate was hand raised and is a total champ. sometimes he wants nothing more than to learn new tricks, solve puzzels etc, sometimes he wants none of that. sometimes his mate, the half wild female will be right there with him interacting with us, other times she doesnt wonna even leave the cage
Sounds like you have great birds!
I just love those palm trees above the pool it is spectacular it just looks so exotic
Me too! I want to eventually have more land for aviaries, but then again, don’t know how easy it would be to replace my back area.. I’m very grateful for it!
@@ParrotBliss ❣
@@ParrotBliss good idea. let' see how it turns out🥰
Awesome video 😊. We have a blue and gold macaw, and a yellow collared macaw. Just love them ❤. But all these points are very correct!!
I love parrots - and I totally want people to love their parrots, which I think requires understanding what they are like, good and bad. Yellow Collared - wow! Rare!
@@ParrotBliss I was very privileged to hand raise my yellow collared since he was 5 weeks old (I work in the veterinary industry). I'm so grateful for the bond we share. And I totally agree with you - education is key!!
Wow so beautiful macaw 's
They are stunning!
Greetings fromm my gold blue macaws. They Loved it😍 now nr.1 ist eating my hairs and Nr 2 ist chewing my ear🤪As a pet a macaw ist pretty difficult to handle, but they are the best Friends you can Imagine . I am living nearly 40 years with macaws and i could not Imagine to live without this great animals!
I understand, David! I don’t think I could live without a Macaw either! Mine always plays with my hair too!
I love macaws and parrots, my Favorite birds.
Macaws are awesome!
@@ParrotBliss they are.
Agree on all counts. Don;t forget that if you are doing something, they have to see what you are doing and they have to be in the middle of it. My bird likes the computer and likes to know where I am in the house. Really funny when your on a phone call and the person on the other end has no idea what is making those noises!
True! The minute I pick up my cell, my Macaw says, “Hello!”
Really Cool video...and vry informative 👍
Thank you for saying so!
Thanks for sharing
Absolutely!
Great video, regards all the way from Kuwait City
Thank you- and greetings to you in Kuwait!
Очень здравомыслящие советы, благодарю.
My big baby he is so much fun. He will have a conversation with you. He is way to smart. Nova he loves to play. He is a tease. Very loving. But like all animals they will have there bad days. We also have 2 pet pigs. Which Nova he calls them by name. He likes to feed them.
incredibly beautiful creatures
Stunning visually and behavior-wise. Just fantastic-
these are part of God's mysterious creations, to actually watch and hear them chatter words is remarkable
@@ParrotBliss if you have the pleasure of hand-feeding these baby macaws, you will be amazed how much affection and fun they can bring, and the love will also be incredible and let the talking also begin
6:43 this man sends the bird flying and the sound she makes is hilarious with the shot she was in 😂
She loves flying!
My mom is thinking of getting a Macaw, we currently have an Eclectus and used to have an umbrella cockatoo.
Macaws are awesome - louder than the Eckie. I think, after the umbrella, you will all like the Macaw. What happened to the Umbrella?
I have a umbrella cockatoo and she is a rescue and a yellow nape Amazon l have had 10 parrots at one time l baby sat a blue and gold macaw l loved her .l had her for 9 months
Nice! How do you like your umbrella?
Thanks!
Oh, thank you! Much appreciated!
Very good video my friend
Thanks! Looks like you have a large one too?
Such an important video! So people know what it takes. And they know that need to either free fly or having enough money for a big house. This way I actully think 2 macaws need you to have more money then having a horse. Because my horse have good space to roam around with other horses at the stable while I live in a small rented place. I don't need to actully have enough for a big loan. Just enough for the horse to get everything he needs. Dogs to can be active outside and have a small space inside just fine, my dogs mostly just eat and sleeps and cuddles inside.
I agree- some people free-fly, but not everyone has the time to do this every day so then they need that space.
@@ParrotBliss free flying isnt what is most time consuming I think, but the training for it maybe, and the weather, like when its cold here in Norway its not for tropical birds and they need to fly then to. I had a love bird ones who free flew outside, best feeling. Hope one day to have an other bird I can take outside like that. Or two so they have company. One with less high pitch sound then love birds 😅 Golden conure you have postes about has my attention. Time will show. Thanks for replaying.
I just got a macaw 2 weeks ago love him I have 11 other parrots but smaller spieces
Cool! Congrats! What kind of Macaw?
@@ParrotBliss thanks you! severe macaw
I want one! I will kiss it and hug it and love it and feed it and play with it and snuggle with it!
That’s what they love!
Extremely helpful video!
The macaws are very pretty also.
Isn't there something to put on your forearm for protection?
Thank you for the video.
Wearing sleeves helps arms 😀
@@ParrotBliss You should create a long-sleeve shirt that has macaw images all over it and in the forearms has a certain type of padding for macaw perching.
It will be like those shirts that have shoulder pads, only this will have then in the forearms (and they were be less soft). :)
@@ParrotBliss also can I teach it to speak a lot of English
@@ParrotBliss I don’t think you need sleeves I’m fine without them
@@doggomoredoggo6547 It depends on their grip- one of ours really holds on. Ouch!
mine is clingy AF 😂
Yeah, they love attention-
I changed my search from owning a macaw to owning a beautiful house 😅
What the second one doing biting his noodle ??? Lmaoo
They are entertaining!
i figure id start out with a chattering lory their small like too be played with and eat nectar mix mostly
They are amazing birds!
I didn’t have the energy for one so I got an bearded dragon
Smart! They take time and energy, for sure.
the best thing about owning macaws is that their poop doesnt smell👍
They are also one of the only ones big enough to hug!
Not even another huge thing. They’ll outlive you. You have to gave a plan of who takes care of after you pass.
Absolutely. There are no guarentees that they will or wont so it is best to be prepared.
What would you suggest a starter bird of a person planning on getting a macaw?
Have you had other parrots before?
I have a Parrotlet it’s so nice
They are awesome!
@@ParrotBliss I agree
First ask yourself: "can I handle all that cute?"
So much cute! And love- loud love!
With the cute comes bipolar. They switch in they blink of an eye. And they,re moody & can be hormonal at times.
Can you send me a link of a trusted site to buy a macaw. I had a blue and gold 10 years ago and would love to have another one
Send me a message on FB/instagram and ask me there, I’ll give you a number
I have a thick long-sleeves shirt for the macaw, otherwise the claws sink into my arm.
Yes, we constantly do light nail trimming. I don’t like shoe do too much so that they don’t bleed. Which means, a lot of trimming. And yes! Such a grasp!
Saying, "please don't" three times?
signed a macaw owner
Yeah, Macaws are forces to be reccond with!
Anyone have advice on scarlet macaws? I'm hoping to get one and have been doing tons of research but I'd love to know about these guys from people who have personal experiences and for those who have had any issues. I need some realistic thoughts from y'all
Sorry, I haven't had the pleasure of a Scarlet
we'd have fun together, my family are always telling me to shut up about my birds, we free fly in ireland..i'm not sure why but macaw owners seem to be able to take the scratches and scars, my hubsand is sporting a black eye atm, all just he put his foot in the wrong place flying in hot after a crow chase, him chasing the crows lately,
I love it! So cool that you free fly! Yeah, my family knows the 10 second rule: no one talks, I start talking about parrots…. LOL
Where are you located ? What is the most common way people come across these parrots as pets ? Are they hatched? If so , are there cirtain states or laws with getting them as pets ..do most of them come from wild or what do the babies look like and when do you start training it thank you
Where do you live?
I have a blue and gold macaw
I really want a Painted Conure, Blue Throated Conure and Bronzed Winged Pionus but all those birds are hard to find! D':
They are - do you live in the US? I have a friend who can get you one, if you are serious and willing to wait until their season (when there are babies available). If so, you can contact me through my website contact form: ParrotBliss.com
Oh wow that's so nice of you I do live in the U.S. which species are you able to get me of the 3 I mentioned?
What if I buy 2 Macaws, and 2-3 years later I will buy another 1-2 macaws. Will they fight each other, or macaws are really friendly to other new macaws, new family members?
Looking to publish a video for you tomorrow, please watch for the new vids
@@ParrotBliss Nice, can't wait!
I think the parrot on the left understands some English
I think all parrots do...
I might get a parrot😊
What kind?
I just got a macaw whose owner passed away he is 24 years old he's a military macaw he is absolutely beautiful and I love him already how do I get him used to me he won't come near me as far as sitting on my arm I have petted him a couple times but he tries to bite me he has bitten me a couple times but it wasn't really hard I never met the owner so I don't know how their relationship was he was given to me by a animal rescue and I am trying to get him to know that I'm not going to hurt him and I just need some advice on how to do this
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"one alone is torture" finally. I see SO MANY videos where they say its fine to have birds alone & i think that is plain wrong. Birds are social, intelligent creatures, who needs a lot of care and company (bird company) to thrive. Here in germany we have laws against holding birds alone - even if im not sure if all are covered, but macaws are for sure.
Just my 2 cents
It breaks my heart when people have a parent alone. At least, if they are two of the species, it’s better than nothing. I have heard of your law, I think it is a good one. Two of a species makes all the difference, it makes apparent much happier. I have very few behavior issues, and very little Plucking. As a matter fact, Most of my parents, the pluck or adopted that way and they haven’t gotten worse. I attribute they’re not hormonal, not anxiety, filled and not plucking personalities to the fact that they usually have another other species and if not, there is a whole flock of birds here. I do believe it is a part of well-being. Thank you for posting!
I've been looking for a macaw to adopt but it's hard to find living in michigan
If you are seriously wanting one, message me on instagram and I’ll connect you with a reliable seller (where I got mine and am getting another) who ships
I absolutely love birds I have 2 budgies I love then to death
They are amazing, aren’t they?
Macaws eat almost everything but avocados are not good for there diet and I also have a green wind, a blue and gold and harlequin
Yes, they are good eaters
How much do they cost im interested in them and do they get along with budgies
Prices vary quite a bit, depending on age, and where you get a Macaw from. No, this is not a suitable companion for a budgie. Their sizes are not compatible and either are there temperaments.
Hello I would like to purchase one where can I get one ?
Send me a message via my website or FB/Insta and I'll give you the name of a breeder friend that has some babies.
@dragonseast2327
Beware!, having a Macaw is like having a two year old child ALL their life. You forgot to mention that. They are very busy birds. I had a blue & gold for 38 yrs. She passed last year. She was 45 yrs old. I miss her dearly. I am getting another blue & gold Macaw next weekend. She is 13 yrs old. It's going to be very very different! I also have a yellow napped Amazon that use to play with another macaw.
💰💸💰 that's what you'll make doing videos like this and putting it on CZcams!
Over 1,200 videos so far!
@@ParrotBliss . I'm doing better than you and I have 10 CZcams channels getting ready to expand and I cover everything!
Do u give them fresh veggies and fruit
I do. I believe it is part of a balanced diet and important for them.
"Will you fly for me?" and then throws her into the air.
Yeah…
Can you tell me where to buy one.
Most exotic bird stores have them
that's what I have a catilina mackaw
Catalina Macaws are so beautiful!
My aunt has a macaw who is scared of people and i am trying to befriend him
Be patient
trust me they can talk, and man can they scream ,
Yes, can they ever!
I went to a bird place and heard one shriek, it's insane. Couldn't imagine having one in my house, very cool to see once though!
then parrots are not for you whatsoever you are better off with fish , @@-Ld
@@freetheworld12 parrots are not for the majority of people, they're cool to see occasionally though
Hi I am in Botswana 🇧🇼 I would like to adopt a parrot
Sorry, the people selling birds I know are in the US and the US doesn’t ship over seas.
You might want to pick up a copy of my book, "How to Clean 10 yhears of Bird Shit of Your Back Patio".
I'm a recovering perfectionist and having parrots has advanced me quite a bit!
I'm in vet school and wish to rescue macaws when I graduate. However, the more I learn about birds, the more I realize almost no one should have them, and they definitely shouldn't be for sale in pet stores 😅
I understand. That’s one reason I think it’s important to have 2, better for them. With their natural habitats shrinking, I consider myself blessed to have one in my flock.
I have 6 parrots
What kind?
2 Amazon parrot 2 macaw and 2 cocktails
I have new blue and gold macaw
They are said to be wonderful Macaws 🦜
You definitely shouldn't buy one of these if your in a tiny apartment. Although to be fair, with them costing thousands of dollars- if you live in a small apartment, you shouldn't be frivolous with that kind of money anyway.
Yeah, no way a parrot this size doesn’t cause problems with the neighbors, to say the least.
In a residential neighborhood that must be annoying for your neighbors
It depends - in our case, it's not an issue. Neighbors like them, don't hear them or don't mind.
Hmm
How much are they worth
Depends on where you live and what species-
If you want big troubles you can take the little bastards
What if they fly away
They do fly back here- it is an enclosed area. They love it!
Im a 12 year and i'm going to get a camelot or catlina but i have expiernce with birds so im ready
Im getting a baby*
Congratulations!
Macaws are awesome!
I really want macaw but I’m scared he’s gonna bite me
They do... it is the way they are. And, if they are unhappy, it's worse. In time, you develop a connection (if you dedicate a lot of time to them) and it changes. Fantastic experience, but definately you need to dedicate a lot of time to them-
If, or when, you can get these birds to fly out over that lake, and then come back over the lake and land on your arms, TOGETHER, which has been done by an expert in Las Vegas shows, then I will pay attention to you. Otherwise, lady, you don't impress me in the least.
No problem, I'm here to share my bliss of parrots and to help people hopefully have a better experience with their parrots.
i want this pl parrots
a lot of parrots but you ate the chicken
You hubby resembles billy bob
Great vid. Im getting a 23 yo male gold and blue
Lol, have you seen Goliath?
@@gerber700 Congratulations! Are you rescuing or rehoming?
Im rehoming in my home. Hes amazing and scary at the same time. First bird ive ever owned. Im learning lots. Love my Mcmonster
I really want one but i have an apartment. I would think i should get a amazon lord red head.
I wouldn’t - they are loud. I would guess neighbors would complain, and your ears probably would too. Amazons need some space, like a Macaw.
To Burt renoylds
Thank you!
I love people loving These parrots, and i love people owning theme 🦜🦜🦜
They are easy to love- the beaking aside!
I have a macaw he. is 6 month old and he can fly I don't even call him he just fly in gead
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Macaws are wonderful!
A macaw is not the kind of pet you can care for, for a few hours a day and then go out until 11:pm nearly every night: the bird has to be your only life outside of your obligation to provide money for a place to live and even that may be too much for the bird unless you have the intelligence and long term commitment to give to the bid
I agree - parrots are a lifestyle. And, with most parrots, a part of that lifestyle means having at least 2 of a species and maybe some of other species. They need this.
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This video is very informative, however your husband should not be petting their wings or tail area. That bird is clearly getting sexually stimulated each time he touches those areas, and that is not healthy for it.
We've told him... he tries to touch and not pet...
Odd comment to even be paying attention to that anyway, it’s his bird and she is allowing you to see into her world with them. Watch as you want but stay in your lane with how you feel you need to touch/care for your own bird.
@@realestateraf9194 I guess we're supposed to be impressed on how knowledgeable this teenager is because they read it on the internet.
This lady wrote a book, and professes to have parrot expertise. She should set a good example.
Hybrid
Yes