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Tico
Tico was rehomed to Alveus as the previous sanctuary's owner was retiring.
She is an ambassador for how the pet trade has affected her parrot species and many others around the world.
- Species
Blue and Gold Macaw
Ara ararauna (Birds)
- Conservation Status
- Native To
South America (tropical rainforests)
- Species Lifespan
Wild: 50 years
Captivity: 70 years
Did you know?
At dawn and dusk, one of Tico's behaviors includes very loud calls that can exceed 100 dB, an intensity that can cause hearing loss due to prolonged exposure.
In the wild, blue and gold macaws vocalize at dawn and dusk to communicate with other members of their flock as a "check-in" measure. In captivity, these vocalizations can become bothersome and harmful to humans because of their intensity.
Animal Quest #9: Blue and Gold Macaw Edition
Learn more about Tico on Animal Quest
Tico's Highlights
Training With Tico And Kayla
Tico Dancing With Kayla
