Buffons Macaw

Ara ambigua

None listed at the moment

The breeders who raise them are still listed, and new birds appear regularly.

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Buffons Macaw at a glance

Lifespan

50-60 years

Minimum cage

48in x 36in x 60in

Noise

Very loud

Talking

Some speech

Dander

Moderate

Experience

Specialist species

Typical figures for the species, gathered from avian references. Individual birds vary.

Common questions

How long do Buffons Macaws live?

Buffons Macaws typically live 50-60 years in good conditions. That is a long commitment for any household, and worth planning for before buying rather than after.

How loud are Buffons Macaws?

Very loud. Noise is the most common reason parrots are rehomed, so it is worth being honest with yourself about your home, your neighbours and the hours you keep before choosing a species.

Do Buffons Macaws talk?

Some speech. No individual bird can be promised to speak, whatever the species is known for, so buy for the company rather than the conversation.

What size cage does a Buffons Macaw need?

A minimum of 48in x 36in x 60in, and wider matters more than taller - birds fly across rather than up. Treat any minimum as a floor rather than a target.

Are Buffons Macaws good for a first-time owner?

Specialist species. Ask any breeder directly what they think of the match - a breeder who talks you out of a species is worth more than one who does not.

Do Buffons Macaws produce a lot of dust?

Moderate. It matters more than most people expect for anyone with asthma, and it is worth raising with a doctor before buying rather than afterwards.

Prices, what the species has sold for over the years, and ratings from breeders who raise them are on the listings page.

Buffons Macaw listings

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