Can macaws be kept outside?

The answer to this question is yes, parrots can be kept outside. In fact, there are many benefits that come along with having an outdoor aviary for your parrot.

How big of an enclosure does a macaw need?

For larger macaws, you want to almost double this. The minimum cage size for these species should be 36 inches wide, 48 -inches deep, and 60 inches tall. For most parrots, the height of the cage doesn’t matter as much. However, having a cramped tail for too long can cause health and balance issues for a large macaw.

Should macaws be covered at night?

As long as a dark, quiet and somewhat secluded area is provided for a bird to sleep in, most will be fine without being covered at night. Remember, however, that sleep is vital to a bird’s well-being. If you are in doubt about your pet’s reaction to being uncovered, play it safe and resume covering the cage at night.

What temperature is too cold for a macaw?

It’s obvious to assume anything below freezing (32 degrees Fahrenheit or 0 degrees Celsius) is too cold for parrots as it’s straightforward for them to freeze to death.

Can parrots live outside in winter?

Birds (especially larger parrots) can generally tolerate temperatures as low as the 50s, but once the thermometer drops below that, they may get fluffed up (expending all of their energy trying to trap warm air between their feathers and their bodies to keep warm) and stop eating.

How do you make a nest box for a macaw?

Your macaw’s nest box must be at least three times her body length high and one length deep and wide. Place a top on the box. In the front of the box, create a hole just large enough for one grown macaw to enter. Install the box in a high corner of the aviary or cage.

How often should you clean a macaw cage?

The entire cage should be scrubbed down at least once weekly with a non-toxic disinfectant soap and hot water. Most disinfectants should be allowed to sit wet for 15 minutes on the surface being cleaned.

What plants can I put in my bird aviary?

Umbrella trees, areca palms, bamboo, eucalyptus and dracaena are quite easy to care for and make nice tropical additions to an avian habitat as well.

How cold is too cold for macaws?

How cold can a macaw handle?

How do I keep my outdoor aviary clean?

If you’re like me, and keep the nests in the aviary all year round, now is the perfect time to give them a good clean. Remove any old and soiled nesting material, clear droppings from the external surfaces, and give them a spray with a bird-safe residual insecticide.