Scarlet Macaws

April 19, 2009 by admin  
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The Scarlet Macaw can be found in South America and Mexico and they can get to a length of 90cm (35 inches) and a weight of 2-3 pounds. When they are kept captive their life can get up to 80 years.

These birds are very intelligent. This is why they tend to get bored easily. They need daily socialization so that they stay tame. Also, they need many toys to chew on them and play with. If you manage to hand feed your Scarlet Macaws he can turn out to be quite affectionate and loving. Another important aspect is that these birds are sometimes noisy.

The Scarlets are the most colorful of the Macaws. They are vivid red with a bright blue and yellow wings ending.

In captivity, the Scarlets require a health diet made of a large gamma of fruits, vegetables, seeds, nuts, and other bird-safe goodies.

These big and loving birds love to exercise. They are quite playful and they love to stretch their muscles. Macaws should be allowed to exercise at least 2 hours a day. Also they should have many toys to chew on and exercise the jaw muscles.

These birds make beautiful companions. They love human presence, are beautiful and intelligent and have a great personality. For many years, The Scarlet Macaws have been the most popular specie around bird owners.

The first thing you will notice when looking at a Scarlet’ Macaw is the beautiful feathers. But it is the personality that will make you fall in love with them. The Scarlets are confident and friendly, and they learn tricks quite easily and even develop ca vocabulary of about 5 to10 words.

While these birds have many great features, they are not just for everybody. The breeders recommend them to attentive, experienced owners who have the time and patience to train them properly. This is because sometimes, the Scarlet Macaws can be aggressive and destructive if they are not tamed and socialized. In order to maintain the bond between bird and owner, they need to be monitored and receive daily attention.

Also, you should be aware that Scarlets can be extremely loud. This could be difficult for people living in small apartments or condos.

But besides all this, owners say that Scarlets are worth all the effort because they are sweet and have a great loving personality. Before you think about adopting this type of bird, contact a few breeders and let them show you some birds and give you a few pointers. Also, don

Electus Parrot

April 17, 2009 by admin  
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Their scientific name is Eclectus roratus and their name depends on the subspecies. They can be called Vosmaeri or Yellow Sided, Blue Bellied or Dusky, or Red Sided, or Solomon Island Eclectus.

They can be found in Australia, Solomon Islands and New Guinea. This bird species can grow between 40 and 50 cm (17 to 20 inches) from the tail feathers to the beak and they live up between 30 and 50 years.

This species is a highly intelligent one that likes to spend time with the owners and they are very friendly. They get sad if for some reason they are left alone and socialization is not part of their daily routine. They have no problem interacting with both human and other types of bird and they are perfect for multiple birds household. Sometimes, they can show some jealousy tendencies and this is why you have to give him the proper amount of time and affection when you bring him home and introduce him into the aviary.

Eclectus are sexually dimorphic so the color of the feathers reveals the sex of the bird. The male Eclectus is green colored, with beaks that are orange and bits of blue and red under their wings. In contrast, the females Eclectus are mostly red, with beaks that are black and markings that are purple on their tails and chests.

The Eclectus has a digestive tract that is specialized, different from a lot of other bird species. That’s why their nutrition has to contain both fibers but also vegetables, fresh fruits, and carbohydrates from pasta that is cooked. Be careful about giving seeds and pellets. Do that with moderation because of the mixes which contain artificial dyes and other artificial substances. By giving the Eclectus the wrong type of food you could cause him to loose its beautiful color!

These birds need a lot of space to exercise. These birds should have enough room to a big play stand if it’s possible, and an area that is safe for birds. They love to explore and climb and you will be amazed of how active they can be. The exercise will help the Eclectus keep its mental and physical health. Allow him the time to exercise and you will have a happy pet.

An Eclectus is all the time impressive. Its color is eye-catching, and they are intelligent and sociable. The Eclectus birds are captivating that make for great pets. Their talking ability, beautiful colors, and great personalities have made them win a lot of points in the heart of the owners and breeders and they are very popular.

They appreciate companionship, especially human and a person who wants to adopt an Eclectus needs to think if they have the needed time to spend with the pet. Because these birds are so clever, they are extremely sensitive, so they can become stressed easily if they begin to feel unwanted or neglected.

Some breeders even say that the boys Eclectus are a bit more agreeable and trainable than the girls. But this could be an advantage for people who don