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Hahns Macaw (Red-shouldered Macaw)

A compact macaw with bold personality. Hahns Macaw (Red-shouldered Macaw) thrives with daily training, heavy chew-safe enrichment, and consistent routines.

size
Small to Medium
energy
High
noise
Medium
lifespan
25 to 35 years
socialNeeds
High
messLevel
High
trainability
High
talking
Sometimes
aloneTimeTolerance
Low
space
Large cage for size plus daily out time

Best for

  • Owners who want a macaw-style personality in a smaller bird
  • People who enjoy training and interactive play
  • Homes that can provide daily out time
  • Owners prepared to manage chewing and mess

Not ideal for

  • Very busy schedules with long stretches of alone time
  • Homes that need very quiet pets
  • Anyone not comfortable with routine cleaning

Temperament

  • Playful and intelligent
  • Often bonds strongly with caregivers
  • Can be nippy if bored
  • Needs heavy enrichment and routines

Daily routine

diet: Fresh water daily. Balanced pellets and vegetables, with measured nuts as training rewards.
enrichment: Heavy-duty chew toys, foraging puzzles, and structured training.
outOfCageTime: Daily supervised time is important for wellbeing and behavior.
cleaning: Spot-clean daily and wipe food areas frequently. Deep-clean weekly.

Living fit

apartment: Possible if you can manage noise and keep a stable routine.
family: Can work with gentle, supervised handling and consistent routines.
firstTimeOwner: Possible for prepared first-time owners who commit to daily interaction and enrichment.

Health notes

  • Birds hide illness. Watch for fluffed feathers, low appetite, changes in droppings, or reduced activity.
  • Maintain bird-safe air quality. Avoid PTFE/Teflon fumes, smoke, aerosols, and scented candles.
  • Find an avian vet for baseline checks and advice on diet and environment.

Cost and time

time: High. Needs daily active play, training, and enrichment.
cost: Moderate to high. Budget for toys, safe cage setup, and avian vet care.

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