severe, Birdlady's Babes Presents beautiful severe macaw parrots.

The Severe (Ara severa), also called the Chestnut-fronted Macaw, is the largest of the Mini Macaws and a member of the parrot family, (Psittacine). Approximately 15 inches long and weighing around 400 grams; this is a 'big' Macaw in a little body. The body feathers are forest green with 'accents' of teal and red on the feathers of the wing and tail. Dark brown facial feathers create individual patterns that are unique to each bird and, like all Macaws, the Severe has a bare face patch. It is very common to see Severe Macaws playing on their backs in the lap of their favorite human. Severes are polished acrobats, needing lots of exercise, and love to dangle, flapping vigorously, from any device that will hold them; I recommend a 'Boing' for one of their toys. This smaller Macaw will be just as exciting a companion as it's larger cousins but size makes it considerably easier to care for. Severes love to chew so give them plenty of wood toys, cardboard, (paper towel holders, egg cartons), scrap wood, pinecones and Eucalyptus branches to enrich their environment and occupy their busy beaks. Nevertheless, a Severe needs a large cage because of its' long tail and active nature. Another good investment is a shower perch so that you can include your bird in your daily bath routine. All parrots need some time with their people each day and this goes double for Severes. Daily handling, frequent showers and lots of stimulation will insure that your Severe stays sweet. A Severe Macaw can be exceptionally affectionate and a good talker but a loving/firm hand is needed. A Severes' need for structure may not make it a good candidate for a home with children but this is a generalization; it really depends on the particular child and bird in question. All Macaws, regardless of their size require that their caretakers be consistent and realistic in their training. Severes can be good talkers but this very attribute means that they have a 'voice' and are easily encouraged to be loud. Many times we unwittingly cause the very behaviors that we wish to discourage so bird owners need to educate themselves. Fortunately, there are many fabulous books available today with most of the information needed to achieve a happy home with Macaws; the experts who are offering babies for sale can demonstrate the practical handling of a pet parrot. Always purchase a parrot from a reputable dealer who specializes in domestically raised baby birds. Like most parrots, Macaws live a very long time and the effort you put forth in the beginning will serve you well throughout your lifetime together.