Military Macaws for Sale – Exotic Parrot Shop. Military macaw parrots are rather beautiful birds found in Mexico and South America. They look similar to the great green macaw, also known as the Buffon’s macaw, but are a little smaller than the latter. The military macaws have been so named because of their plumage resembling the color of a military parade uniform.
Military macaws make great pets, but ideally, they should not be kept as such because of their ‘Vulnerable’ status. They are a very social bird with a bit of a temper every now and then, but hand-reared military macaws can become an integral part of your family.
Searching for Military Macaws for sale in Australia? Exotic Parrot Shop proudly offers hand-raised Military Macaws (Ara militaris) – intelligent, social, and full of colour – available across every major Australian state and city. In Sydney, Newcastle, and Wollongong (New South Wales), our Military Macaws bring lively personalities and vivid green plumage into homes, perfect for experienced parrot lovers. For Melbourne, Geelong, and Ballarat (Victoria) bird enthusiasts, we deliver healthy, well-socialised Military Macaws, raised with care by ethical breeders in Australia. Across Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast (Queensland), our Military Macaws thrive in warm, tropical climates. They’re playful, intelligent, and bond deeply with their owners. In Adelaide and regional South Australia, Exotic Parrot Shop provides affectionate, talkative Military Macaws – elegant and charming companions for lifelong bird lovers. For Hobart and Launceston (Tasmania), our Military Macaws are shipped safely and ethically across Bass Strait, ensuring stress-free travel and a healthy arrival. In Darwin and the Northern Territory, our Military Macaws love the sunshine and open spaces — they’re social, smart, and entertaining tropical companions. And in Canberra and the Australian Capital Territory, our Military Macaws are adored for their playful behaviour, deep bonding ability, and loyal nature. From New South Wales to Victoria, Queensland to South Australia, Tasmania to the Northern Territory, and the ACT, Exotic Parrot Shop ensures every Military Macaw is ethically bred, hand-raised, and delivered safely anywhere in Australia.
Housing
Military macaws are big birds and hence need to be given a sufficiently roomy cage with dimensions of at least 36x48x60 inches. Keep the cage in a separate room and soundproof it as much as possible, lest the neighbors complain about the noise levels generated by the bird. Put in a strong perch inside the cage, as well as some fresh fruit branches for the bird to chew on, but do replace these branches from time to time. Toys should be given for the enrichment of the bird, both chewable and playable. Let the bird out of the cage for a few hours each day.
Behavior & Personality
They are very social birds. Even in the wild, they live in pairs and flocks of up to 20 individuals. A pet military macaw retains this trait and can be a very friendly bird, with occasional temperamental swings.
It is also an intelligent bird and will require constant enrichment and attention. Otherwise, health issues stemming from boredom will creep in.
It likes to bond specifically with one individual, but training and socializing from a young age can get it to accept other people too. If not, they are prone to biting people they’re not fond of, but taking a cue from their body language can ward off potential danger.
Feeding
Provide your military macaw with a diet consisting of sprouted or soaked sunflower seeds, walnuts, Brazil nuts, pecans, and pine nuts. Veggies and fruits like bananas, corn on the cob, apples, and oranges can also be provided. Cheese cubes and wholemeal bread can be given to the bird occasionally. Chicken can provide the bird with the necessary protein.
Under no circumstances should you give the bird avocado and chocolate, as they can turn out to be fatally toxic for them.
Care
Clear the cage at least twice a week of the droppings and wasted food materials. Since the bird is a water-loving one, bathe it every day.
Replace dirty food and water dishes every day with fresh and clean ones.
FAQs
Q1: Are Military Macaws good pets?
Yes! Military Macaws are intelligent, affectionate, and loyal parrots that thrive on attention and social interaction.
Q2: Where can I buy Military Macaws in Australia?
You can buy hand-raised Military Macaws online from Exotic Parrot Shop, with safe, ethical delivery to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, and Canberra.
Q3: How big does a Military Macaw get?
Adult Military Macaws grow up to 70–75 cm long and can live up to 50–60 years with proper care.
Q4: Do Military Macaws talk?
Yes, with training and socialisation, many Military Macaws can mimic words and sounds.
Q5: What do Military Macaws eat?
Their diet includes pellets, seeds, nuts, fruits, and vegetables. Avoid avocado and chocolate, which are toxic to parrots.
Q6: Do you ship Military Macaws across Australia?
Yes! We provide secure, climate-controlled nationwide delivery for all parrots.
Bring home your Military Macaw today – bold, affectionate, and full of colour! Shop ethically bred Military Macaws across Australia with safe delivery. Buy hand-raised Military Macaws from trusted Australian breeders. Exotic Parrot Shop – Australia’s home for healthy, socialised parrots. Experience the intelligence of the Military Macaw – order online now!
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James Lawal –
Mixing this military macaw with the scarlet macaw will make my dream bird finally come true. Thanks to Exotic Parrot Shop Australia for making this possible.