The Military Macaw is perhaps best known for his gentle and even temperament. The
Military Macaw is among the most popular pet Macaws today.
The Military Macaw is a social parrot and loves to be around his owners. Because they are
such social creatures they must get constant attention from their human families. Military
Macaws that are not given ample attention have been known to scream and pluck feathers.
It is strongly recommended that owners keep their Military Macaw in a room where the
family spends most of their time. Keep in mind, however, that like other parrots the
Military Macaw has strict sleep requirements. They must get at least 12 hours of sleep
every night. The Military Macaw is an intelligent and active Macaw and requires a large
assortment of toys to keep him stimulated and entertained. They enjoy chewing, so wood
toys that can be replaced, are a must. Many Military Macaws love to be cuddled by their
owners. They generally display very even temperaments. Some Military Macaws may bond
strongly to one person in the house, but this is not always the case. If you socialize your
Military Macaw well he should appreciate attention from wide varieties of new people.
The Military Macaw, like other Macaws, has the capacity to be quite loud. If you are
looking for a quiet pet or live in an apartment or other area with nearby neighbors you
may want to reconsider your choice of pet. Some Military Macaws have been known to
talk, but there is no guarantee your Military Macaw will talk or to what degree he will
learn to speak. While the Military Macaw is smaller than some of the more popular
varieties he is still a large bird and thusly requires a large cage.
The Military Macaw is a large parrot, though slightly smaller than some other Macaw
breeds. At maturity they measure 27.5 inches (70cm) with an impressive wingspan of 13.5 -
14 inches (34.5 - 36cm). The average adult Military Macaw usually weighs anywhere from
862g to 1074g. The Military Macaw has a largely green plumage. The wings of the
Military Macaw are quite impressive, with blue outer primaries and outer webbing.
Olive-yellow is seen under the wing and olive bronze under the wing covets. Olive bronze
is also often seen on their backs. From the back the feathers on tail are generally reddish
brown on the top with blue at the tips. The underneath of the tail is olive yellow like the
wing. He has bare whitish cheeks and crossed with black feathered lines. When aroused
these whitish cheeks will become a darker "flesh color". The cheeks are edge with brown
feathers that range from olive-brown to blackish-brown. His bare lores and forehead are
red. Delicate blue tinting marks the back of their heads. They eyes of the Military Macaw
possess a light yellow iris. They have a pale tipped blackish bill and gray feet. Immature
Military Macaws are easy to distinguish because they possess a brown iris and lack the
brilliant plumage of the mature adults.
Originating in North and South America, the Military Macaw is commonly seen in many
areas of Columbia, and occasionally they are seen in Mexico, Venezuela, Peru and
Ecuador. The Military Macaw prefers open woodlands and forests and is frequently seen
in small flocks or pairs. While common in captivity, the Military Macaw is not seen in
many of its former habitats. It is now considered an endangered species in the wild.
Military Macaw is among the most popular pet Macaws today.
The Military Macaw is a social parrot and loves to be around his owners. Because they are
such social creatures they must get constant attention from their human families. Military
Macaws that are not given ample attention have been known to scream and pluck feathers.
It is strongly recommended that owners keep their Military Macaw in a room where the
family spends most of their time. Keep in mind, however, that like other parrots the
Military Macaw has strict sleep requirements. They must get at least 12 hours of sleep
every night. The Military Macaw is an intelligent and active Macaw and requires a large
assortment of toys to keep him stimulated and entertained. They enjoy chewing, so wood
toys that can be replaced, are a must. Many Military Macaws love to be cuddled by their
owners. They generally display very even temperaments. Some Military Macaws may bond
strongly to one person in the house, but this is not always the case. If you socialize your
Military Macaw well he should appreciate attention from wide varieties of new people.
The Military Macaw, like other Macaws, has the capacity to be quite loud. If you are
looking for a quiet pet or live in an apartment or other area with nearby neighbors you
may want to reconsider your choice of pet. Some Military Macaws have been known to
talk, but there is no guarantee your Military Macaw will talk or to what degree he will
learn to speak. While the Military Macaw is smaller than some of the more popular
varieties he is still a large bird and thusly requires a large cage.
The Military Macaw is a large parrot, though slightly smaller than some other Macaw
breeds. At maturity they measure 27.5 inches (70cm) with an impressive wingspan of 13.5 -
14 inches (34.5 - 36cm). The average adult Military Macaw usually weighs anywhere from
862g to 1074g. The Military Macaw has a largely green plumage. The wings of the
Military Macaw are quite impressive, with blue outer primaries and outer webbing.
Olive-yellow is seen under the wing and olive bronze under the wing covets. Olive bronze
is also often seen on their backs. From the back the feathers on tail are generally reddish
brown on the top with blue at the tips. The underneath of the tail is olive yellow like the
wing. He has bare whitish cheeks and crossed with black feathered lines. When aroused
these whitish cheeks will become a darker "flesh color". The cheeks are edge with brown
feathers that range from olive-brown to blackish-brown. His bare lores and forehead are
red. Delicate blue tinting marks the back of their heads. They eyes of the Military Macaw
possess a light yellow iris. They have a pale tipped blackish bill and gray feet. Immature
Military Macaws are easy to distinguish because they possess a brown iris and lack the
brilliant plumage of the mature adults.
Originating in North and South America, the Military Macaw is commonly seen in many
areas of Columbia, and occasionally they are seen in Mexico, Venezuela, Peru and
Ecuador. The Military Macaw prefers open woodlands and forests and is frequently seen
in small flocks or pairs. While common in captivity, the Military Macaw is not seen in
many of its former habitats. It is now considered an endangered species in the wild.
