There are many different types of Macaws. The
scientific name of the Blue and Gold Macaw is Ara ararauna.
What is the life span of a macaw?
Blue and Gold Macaws are known to live 50 - 70+ years in
captivity.
Blue and Gold Macaw
Ara
ararauna, sometimes also called the Blue &
Yellow Macaw, is a native of a wide region of South America,
almost the entire northern half of the continent. They are
primarily forest and rainforest birds in their natural
setting, often congregating in large flocks, though usually
paired up with a mate or buddy. The species is still
relatively plentiful through much of its home range, though
deforestation is taking its toll on the overall numbers of
these magnificent birds. It has disappeared from some parts
of its original range. However, the Blue & Gold Macaw has
been bred domestically in the United States and other
countries for well over three decades. Most pet Blue & Golds
are likely fifth to tenth (or more) generation "Americans."
This information was taken from
www.petstation.com
At Cub Creek Science Camp we have a Blue and
Gold Macaw named Jasper. He is a large very noisy bird
that loves attention. Bananas are his favorite treat.
Although many birds enjoy being sprayed lightly with a water
bottle, Jasper does not. He will protest loudly and
get very upset. He is in The Jungle area of the Ranch
with Skittles a big Green Wing Macaw.
