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Colorful Blue-and-Yellow Macaw Joins Bondla Zoo
7 Apr
Summary
- A female blue-and-yellow macaw is Bondla wildlife sanctuary's newest resident.
- The bird was acquired through authorized breeders approved by the ministry.
- She joins a resident male macaw after the previous female died earlier in 2026.
Bondla wildlife sanctuary has unveiled a striking new resident, a female blue-and-yellow macaw, enhancing its avian collection. The bird, known for its vivid colors, has settled well into her enclosure and is now accessible for public viewing.
This acquisition was facilitated through official channels, involving breeders vetted by the ministry of environment, forest and climate change. The female macaw was recently obtained from a government-empanelled breeder located in Tamil Nadu.
Following a mandatory 15-day quarantine period to ensure her health, the bird was released into her habitat on Friday. She is adapting admirably to her new surroundings. The sanctuary already houses a 3.5-year-old male blue-and-yellow macaw.
The new female was introduced to complement the male after the sanctuary's previous female macaw passed away in 2026. Sources suggest her death was linked to an external disturbance, possibly an attack or fright from a wild bird outside the enclosure.
Macaws, native to the tropical rainforests of South America, are recognized for their intelligence and brilliant plumage. These large parrots typically measure around 32 inches in length with a 41-inch wingspan, possessing a powerful beak used for climbing.
