The beautiful Macaw!
Macaw parrots can range in different sizes, from small to large. Macaws are normally found in the rainforest however, some macaws are kept as pet birds. The particular bird are extremely smart, when kept for a pet they often 
pick up ‘phrases’ and repeat them such as hello or goodbye.
Many species of birds will eat small rodents, as well as worms and larva. Macaw parrots have a diet of fruits, seeds, and nuts, certain leaves and stems, which all depends on the season and weather. In the Amazon, many of these parrots will consume clay from the riverbanks as well.
Macaws are beautiful birds. Most macaw parrots have a dark colored beak (normally dark brown or black), with beautiful facial markings. Macaw’s facial markings are similar to a human fingerprint; each facial print (pattern) is unique. No two birds have similar markings; this is one of the many factors that make the macaw such an interesting bird.
Sadly, many types of macaws are becoming an endangered species. The Spixs Macaw is now completely extinct in the wild. Many of these beautiful birds fall victim to ‘bird trappers’, whom illegally trade and sell these parrots. The population of the macaw has greatly, decreased over the years therefore it is illegal to trap and sell these birds. In order for these birds to be captured and or shipped, one must gain a special permit and abide all rules and regulations associated. These birds are truly unique to say the absolute least.
