Macaws are this week's topic animal discussion. These omnivorous birds have a lifespan of up to 60 years! Macaws can be found in Central and South American rain forests.
These birds are known for being brightly colored. They have long tails and their toes or "gripping toes" are used for grabbing, latching and holding items they examine. Their beaks are very strong, powerful enough to easily crack open nuts and seeds. Their tongues are dry, scaly, and have a bone inside it which they will use as tools to tap into fruits.
The macaws are intelligent birds and will gather in flocks of 10 to 30 individuals. They can be heard squawking and screaming as to identify each other, communicate with each other and even mark their territory. These birds are also known to be a social bird as you may or may not know some species of macaw are even able to mimic human speech!
When you visit Timbavati Wildlife Park stop over and say hello to our beautiful macaws...and who knows perhaps you'll get a "hello" right back!
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