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Hyacinth Macaws
Hyacinth Macaws
Hyacinth Macaws are the largest parrots in the world, with stunning cobalt-blue plumage and yellow facial accents. Known for their gentle, affectionate, and intelligent temperament, they thrive in social environments and bond closely with their owners. Essential care includes large enclosures, specialized diets, and daily enrichment. Hyacinth Macaws are majestic, loyal, and mesmerizing, often considered the crown jewel of exotic birds due to their rarity and charm.
Basic Characteristics
- Scientific Name: Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus
- Size: Largest parrot in the world, length 100 cm (39 inches)
- Weight: 1,200–1,700 grams (2.6–3.7 lbs)
- Lifespan: 50+ years (can reach 60 years or more in captivity)
- Color: Vibrant cobalt blue with yellow around the eyes and beak
- Temperament: Gentle, affectionate, intelligent, and social
- Diet: Nuts (especially palm nuts), fruits, vegetables, and specialized parrot pellets
- Habitat: South American forests, mainly Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay
- Special Traits: Requires large enclosures, daily mental stimulation, and strong human interaction