Pixie Mini Macaw
They are simple to train and rarely aggressive. They do best when handled regularly and mimic words.
Macaws consume a diet consisting of pellets, fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as seeds. They also require a few wooden perches in order to chew and climb.
Macaws are prone to developing a dominant streak when they first move into an unfamiliar environment. To avoid this, an avian behaviorist as well as a veterinarian should be consult.
Training
Macaws are extremely intelligent birds, and they thrive with regular handling, enrichment, care, and space to exercise. They enjoy playing, exploring their environment and buymacaw manipulating objects. They will also enjoy being "skritched", or cuddled if they feel at ease with the person.
Macaws that are not properly handled could become territorial, aggressive, or destructive. People who are bored may also resort to feather-picking as a way of self-mutilation. To combat boredom, provide various textured toys as well as various perches. To avoid damage to feathers caused by boredom, choose toys that mimic preening. If you observe these behaviors then consult an experienced animal behaviorist and/or veterinarian.
Young macaws raised by hand are well-adjusted to new environments and are trained. They should be exposed to different people, car trips visit to the hospital guests at home, other pets (including cats and dogs) and other birds as early as is possible. They are easily imprinted and need regular handling from a young age to prevent them from developing bonds with one person. If this happens, the parrots are likely to scream for attention and then start biting. Discipline and leadership, patience, hooding (covering the head) and a sense of ritual are important in reversing these behaviors.
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