Setting up a habitat for your macaw will make it happy and healthy.A large enclosure is strong enough to handle your feathered friend.If you want your parrot to see and interact with you, find a low-traffic spot for the cage.Provide lots of toys and hide treats to keep your macaw entertained.
Step 1: The largest enclosure can be provided.
Large birds require a lot of space and vary in size.The recommended size for a large species is 3 feet (0.91) by 2 feet by 5 feet.Smaller species need a lot of space.The minimum size for mini-macaws is 60 cm by 90 cm.Bars should be 1.5 inches apart.
Step 2: You should invest in a cage.
They are more expensive, but the cage won't rust or pose health risks.They are strong enough to handle a large macaw's beak, which is among the most powerful of any bird.The jagged edges of metal can be fatal if swallowed.
Step 3: There is a litter tray and multiple doors in the cage.
The entry door of the cage should be large enough for your parrot to fit through and a smaller one to make it easier to change food and water.Both should lock their doors.A cage with a bottom litter tray will make daily cleaning more convenient.Macaws can figure out cage locks.You can lock the cage doors with small padlocks if you want to be on the safe side.
Step 4: If possible, create an aviary.
An indoor or outdoor aviary will give your macaw the space it needs to fly.It is possible to designate a secured room for your macaw.Panels of 10-gauge mesh can be used to build an outdoor enclosure.An outdoor aviary is about 12 feet long, 8 feet high, and 6 feet wide.
Step 5: You can choose a location that has views.
If you want your macaw to see and interact with you, place the cage away from your home's center of activity.The fumes from cooking and cleaning can be hazardous if placed near the kitchen or bathroom.Don't put the cage in the window if you have a partial window view.
Step 6: The cage should be covered with newspaper.
A disposable cover should always be on the cage floor.You can just grab the whole sheet, crumple it up, and toss it.If your parrot flaps its wings, stay away from shredded paper and wood shavings.
Step 7: Make sure your bird has clean water.
Make sure your bird has access to fresh water because macaws prefer scheduled feedings.The water should be changed at least once a day.
Step 8: If you are a night owl, you need a cage cover.
At night, parrots need 8 to 10 hours of sleep.Put a cover over your macaw's cage if you or anyone in your family stays up late.A cage cover can help keep nighttime squawking to a minimum.
Step 9: There should be at least three natural branch perches.
The 90 degree angles of artificial perches are not very stimulating.Instead, use natural wood perches.At all times keep at least three in the enclosure.If your macaw chews one to bits, you should have a few spare perches.If you get an artificial perch, choose one that swings, since it will provide physical and mental exercise.
Step 10: There should be a constant rotation of toys in the enclosure.
Provide toys with moving parts and different colors to keep your macaw entertained.macaws love to chew and destroy, so chew toys are important.If you want to prevent boredom, swap an old one out with a new one every two weeks.When you introduce a new toy, play with it.
Step 11: Provide puzzle toys and hide treats.
parrots spend a lot of time looking for foodProviding similar opportunities will help improve its quality of life.Treat the enclosure and hide them in toys.Puzzle toys are a great option.Put a container filled with seeds and pebbles in the enclosure.The pebbles will be used to find your macaw's goodies.
Step 12: Plants that are bird-safe should be in the enclosure.
In addition to enriching your macaw's habitat, some plants, such as kale, can improve its diet.Make sure the plants are pesticide-free before adding them to the enclosure.If you don't know if a plant is bird-safe, you can ask your vet, breeder, or plant nursery.You can find lists of safe and toxic plants online.