Buffwing Macaw

"Lepi" is a Buffwing Macaw. This is a hybrid macaw with the parents being a a Green-winged Macaw father and a Buffon's Macaw mother. The Buffwing Macaw is a first generation macaw, meaning its parents are two species of naturally occurring macaws.The Green-winged Macaw has long been a favorite pet bird for both its beauty and its good personality. The Buffon's Macaw, highly endangered in its native habitat, has been quite scarce. But it is very good natured bird and a ready breeder in captivity. Through the efforts of aviculture it is becoming more firmly established with some birds even being 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. Having parents that are both sweet natured and affectionate, the Buffwing Macaw will be a very pretty bird and should be a good natured pet. All macaws require good socialization and consistent training to make good pets. The Buffwing's have the amiable nature and curiosity of their parentage, and can be a very affectionate and fun pets.

See hybrid information, breeding combinations, and photos of hybrid macaws on the Hybrid Macaws page.