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Macaw (Blue-and-gold / Scarlet)

Bold, playful, very loud

Also known as: blue and gold macaw, scarlet macaw, green-winged macaw, hyacinth macaw

Adult weight
0.9–1.3 kg
Life expectancy
35–60 years
Size
Giant
Exercise
Very high
Origin
Central & South America
Group
Parrot

Reference update: · Not veterinary-reviewedNo single breed standard — ranges are typical values for this group.

Health topics to discuss with your vet

  • ●Proventricular dilatation disease (macaw wasting)Breed-specific association not yet verified.
  • ●PapillomatosisBreed-specific association not yet verified.
  • ●Feather destructive behaviourBreed-specific association not yet verified.
  • ●Bacterial and fungal respiratory infectionsBreed-specific association not yet verified.

Not a diagnosis or a complete risk list. A general condition reference explains a disease but does not establish increased risk in this breed or group. Unsourced associations still need verification.

Care tips

  • ✓Needs a very large cage or aviary plus daily flight
  • ✓Powerful beak — supervise closely

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Sources & review

Reference update 25 October 2026; not an independent veterinary review. Direct breed evidence is identified above. General directories below do not verify every listed health association.

Weight and lifespan are typical ranges for healthy adults from breed standards and veterinary references; individuals vary. Not veterinary advice.