Tuesday, May 02, 2023

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Blue and Gold Macaw

This Macaw is a resident of the Abilene Zoo.  He/She is on one of the branches of the tree almost all the time.  I don't think I've ever heard it talk, but maybe he's just not motivated when I'm there.  

These large parrots eat seeds, nuts, fruits, palm, fruits, leaves, flowers and stems as well as a large variety of vegetables.  They can live up to 60 years and often outlive their owners.  Macaws bond for life and are monogamous.

My heart is grateful for:
so much beauty in the animal kingdom 

2 comments:

Donna said...

Pretty! Wonder how old he is...
hugs
Donna

Linda said...

Donna, I don't know. There didn't seem to be any description around the enclosure. Good question though.