Cruiser Scarlet Macaw
IUCN: Least Concern
Scarlet macaws (Ara macao) are native to rain forests ranging from southeastern Mexico to Bolivia and the Peruvian Amazon. Due to habitat destruction, this range is now fragmented, especially for the Central American subspecies. Cruiser belongs to this subspecies, distinguished by blue on its wings, while the South American subspecies has green on its wings. Scarlet macaws can live up to 90 years in captivity, though 40-50 years is a more typical lifespan.
Cruiser was hatched in captivity and hand reared. Although he has a large and powerful beak, he is gentle and affectionate. Cruiser loves to be hugged and enjoys traveling to programs and entertaining audiences.
Fun Fact: Scarlet macaws are an early example of parrot breeding in captivity in the Americas. Archeological evidence shows that they were bred for the value of their plumes in the 11th century in New Mexico.
Cruiser was hatched in captivity and hand reared. Although he has a large and powerful beak, he is gentle and affectionate. Cruiser loves to be hugged and enjoys traveling to programs and entertaining audiences.
Fun Fact: Scarlet macaws are an early example of parrot breeding in captivity in the Americas. Archeological evidence shows that they were bred for the value of their plumes in the 11th century in New Mexico.