Macaw - Catalina
Price
$6,900
A Catalina macaw has a presence that’s impossible to ignore. It’s one of the most striking hybrid macaws, created by crossing a blue‑and‑gold macaw with a scarlet macaw. Because it’s a hybrid, no two Catalina macaws look exactly alike, but they tend to share a dramatic, fiery palette and a bold, expressive personality.
Appearance & Physical Traits
A Catalina macaw often displays a sunset‑like gradient of colors—reds, oranges, and yellows blending across the chest and wings.
The back and tail feathers usually shift into greens and blues, giving the bird a shimmering, tropical look.
Their faces have the classic macaw bare white skin patches with fine feather lines, and their eyes are bright and alert.
They are large parrots, typically 34–36 inches long with a long, elegant tail and a powerful curved beak.
Behavior & Social Life
Energetic and playful, with a love for climbing, chewing, and exploring.
Affectionate but strong‑willed, combining the scarlet macaw’s intensity with the blue‑and‑gold’s sociability.
Attention‑seeking, thriving on interaction and mental stimulation.
They bond deeply with their humans and can be wonderfully interactive companions when given consistent training and enrichment.
Intelligence & Personality
Catalina macaws inherit exceptional problem-solving skills and curiosity from both parent species. They require constant mental enrichment—such as puzzle toys and clicker training—to prevent boredom. These exercises not only build trust but also actively develop their memory and self-control.
Lifespan & Care
The Catalina macaw, a hybrid between the Scarlet and Blue-and-Gold macaw, has an average lifespan of 50 to 60 years in captivity. With exceptional care, an optimal diet, and regular avian veterinary attention, these large, vibrant parrots can occasionally live for 70+ years.
Why People Love Them
People love Catalina macaws for their dazzling rainbow coloration and affectionate, comical personalities. This highly intelligent bird bonds deeply with its family and is prized for its intelligence, talking ability, and sweet temperament.