THE MIRACULAS HYBRID MACAW IS OUR BIRD OF THE MONTH!!

Our “Poster Bird” is Willow Martin from Fayston, Vermont!!!

 Willow is a Hybrid Macaw or Ruby Macaw. Ruby Macaws are a hybrid cross between a Scarlet Macaw and a Green-winged Macaw and are simply gorgeous. Hybrids are usually bred for color rather than personality, so their characteristics can be uncertain.  The Ruby Macaw first reminds us of a Green-winged Macaw, but is distinguished by the bright yellow and orange feathers scattered across the center of its back and wings! The personality of a Scarlet is such that it requires good socialization and a firm consistent hand in training, especially as it matures. The Green-wing is a very gentle, affectionate and sensitive macaw. The Ruby can have the characteristics of the Scarlet, but it can also incorporate the gentle nature of the Green-winged. Ruby Macaws can be a very affectionate and playful, good talkers, and fun pets that are very beautiful.  Hybrid macaws are created from taking the original species from their natural habitat and keeping them with other species in a limited community setting. Hybridization does occur naturally in the wild, however, it is more difficult to document.  Hybrid macaws are primarily the product of civilization & globalization. At this time there is not enough recorded data for comparison to make general conclusions regarding the hybrid offspring, health, lifespan, temperament, coloring & genetic viability for future breeding.   Hybrids are generally not bred; however the breeding of hybrids is becoming more common. Hybrids are known to be sterile but not always.  Some breeders believe that breeding a hybrid will dilute the gene pool. And while the blood lines aren't pure, the hybrid macaw is no less desirable as a pet.  AND…WHILE WE ARE ON THE SUBJECT OF MACAWS…

HARLEY’S HAVEN IS OUR RESCUE/SANCTUARY OF THE MONTH:

Harley's Haven is a home based rescue/sanctuary for pet birds, ranging from parakeets to Macaws. Many are neglected; they are often brought to the Haven due to a change in living conditions and/or behavioral issues that owners are no longer able to deal with.  Harley's Haven will rehab the birds and - when possible - place them in loving adoptive homes.  They work with bird owners to help correct behavioral problems. Birds can receive help through rehab at Harley's Haven or by having owners work with Harley's Haven on corrective exercises.   Adoptive families are required to complete an adoption application and complete a screening process. Harley's Haven requests adoption fee for all birds. The fee includes a cage and supplies and helps offset Haven expenses.  Harley's Haven is also a sanctuary for many birds that are either non-adoptable for several reasons or for owners who request that the birds be placed here permanently.

HARLEY’S HAVEN NEEDS YOUR HELP:  We do not make practice of featuring rescues and sanctuaries that are not yet approved for non-profit status, but; we have made an exception this one time, because Lisa, owner of Harley’s Haven, has been spending so much money to care for the needy ones that she has not been able to pay the $350.00 fee for non-profit status.  You will find donation information on the Harley’s Haven website www.harleyshaven.org or contact Lisa by e-mailing harleyshaven@cox.net.  As of now, Harley's Haven does not receive any grants, and is run solely on monies out of pocket or from donations (cages, supplies, toys, food, or money).  They are located in Rhode Island. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at Harleyshaven@cox.net.