How to Buy a Macaw Bird in Australia

Macaws are colorful parrot-like birds admired for their personalities and beauty. It can be quite difficult to buy a Macaw in Australia, because of a law that bans the exportation of native birds. This law was created in 1960. However, if you live in Australia, it is much more easy to purchase a Macaw, and there is even appropriate paperwork and documentation for those Australians that purchase such birds.

Things You'll Need

  • Internet access
  • Australian Bird Magazine
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Instructions

    • 1

      Research Macaw breeders in a recent edition of Australia Bird Magazine, for an up-to-date list. Make sure to focus on the particular color of Macaw, as most breeders only breed one type.

    • 2

      Check Australian PetLink on-line and search for Macaws. Post your own advertisement requesting the type of Macaw you wish to purchase. Check the Seven Parrots website on-line, as well.

    • 3

      Be sure the bird has both N.E.B.R.I.S. and M.T.R paperwork, as well as up-to-date paperwork on vaccines, once a bird has been selected for purchase.

    • 4

      Visit the potential Macaw in person. Interact with the bird in order to understand its personality. Make sure the bird is an ideal match for you and your household.