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A common trend in recent years is hybridising macaws for the pet trade.
Hybrids are typical macaws, with the only difference from true species being their genetics and their colors.
They tend to have intermediate characteristics between the parents', though the appearance seems to be influenced more by the father's genes. As for their temperament and behavior, they seem to inherit the best of both parents, assuming both parents are not aggressive.
Common hybrids include Harlequins (Ara ararauna x chloroptera) and Catalinas (known as Rainbows in Australia, A. ararauna x macao). (Source: Wikipedia.org)
Hybrid Macaw Types
| Parent 1 | Parent 2 | Chicks: |
| Blue & Gold | Greenwing | Harlequin |
| Blue & Gold | Hyacinth | Caloshua |
| Blue & Gold | Scarlet | Catalina |
| Buffons | Greenwing | Buffwing |
| Camelot | Scarlet | Capri |
| Catalina | Greenwing | Flame |
| Catalina | Scarlet | Camelot |
| Greenwing | Calico | Cameo |
| Greenwing | Military | Calico |
| Scarlet | Buffons | Verde |
| Scarlet | Greenwing | Ruby |
| Scarlet | Military | Shamrock |
| Military | Blue & Gold | Miligold |
| Military | Buffons | Miliffons |
If you are considering one of these magnificent parrots as pets, please visit the following websites for information:
- Macaw General Information
- Procuring your Parrot
- Do you breed this species and would like to be listed? Click here to see your options.
- The 3 Key Elements to Keep Your Pet Bird Happy & Healthy
- Housing Your Bird
- Training Your Bird
- Bird Nutrition
- Parrot Products
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