The Bluffon's Macaw is a hybrid cross between a Blue and Gold Macaw and a Buffon's Macaw. It is a first generation macaw, meaning its parents are two species of naturally occurring macaws.The Blue and Gold Macaw has been has been one of the most popular pet birds in the trade. The Buffon's Macaw, highly endangered in its native habitat, has been quite scarce. But it has done very well in captivity. It is a ready breeder and is becoming more firmly established today. Some Buffon's Macaws have even been re-introduced into their native habitat.
Hybrid macaws are bred for color. Because they are a mixture of more than one type of macaw, the offspring are influenced by the traits and characteristics of both of its parents. Father's have the dominant gene, so this will generally influence the offspring's coloration and overall appearance.
The temperament and behavior of hybrids are areas of uncertainty and are unpredictable. But having parents are that are both quite docile and affectionate macaws, the Bluffon's Macaw will be a real beauty and should be a good natured pet bird. All macaws require good socialization and consistent training to make good pets. The Bluffon's have the gentle nature and the speaking ability of their parentage and they can be a very affectionate, inquisitive, and fun pets.
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