Caloshua Macaw

The Caloshua Macaw is a hybrid cross between a Blue and Gold Macaw and a Hyacinth Macaw . It is a first generation macaw, meaning its parents are two species of naturally occurring macaws.The Blue and Gold Macaw has been one of the most popular pet birds in the trade. The Hyacinth Macaw is a majestic, but quite pricey bird, that most macaw enthusiasts would love to own. It is the largest of the macaw species reaching up to 42" in length. It is slow to mature, but is highly social and makes an extremely gentle pet. Hyacinth macaws in the wild are endangered, but they have done well in captivity and are becoming more firmly established today.

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 Caloshua Macaw is a pretty blue bird with the gold's of the Blue and Gold Macaw on its underside and blue greens on its head .

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 Caloshua Macaw should be a good natured pet bird if well socialized in its developing years. All macaws require good socialization and consistent training to make good pets.