Zachery Macaw being let out for his regular afternoon freeflight 07 2009

Zach our blue and gold macaw free flys most afternoons at our local football ground.
Zach is most exhuberant with his initial flight as soon as he is let out of his travel cage.
Notice theclipped alexanderine Gus. Gus falls from Carolyns shoulder as she runs, he pretty much gets ignored and makes his way back to the travel cage door on his own. Most afternoons we have this field all to ourselves, but on this occasion there are some football players to share with.

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Pets & Animals

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• Zachery
• Macaw
• alexanderine
• freeflight
• pet
• bird

[crazyRCplane]

Does the other parrot in the video (is it a conour) also know how to fly outside?

[Dorothyinstead]

@crazyRCplane Hello, the other bird is an alexanderine, his wings are clipped.

[tomtalker2000]

I've been in the avian field, for 20yrs now. And i can honestly tell you, there is NO better feeling or bond, than having a "fully flighted" pet bird. Especially, one that has built such trust with it's owner, that can be flown outdoors. This truly, is the "pinnacle moment", in a parrot owner's; dedication, care, & long-term bond with there animal. And of course, not everyone will achieve the same results. If your fortunate enough, to be the few that can, consider yourself very blessed.

[Dorothyinstead]

@tomtalker2000 Hello, thank you for your kind comment.

[jam13es]

UNBELIEVABLE..!! I LOVE your videos.. I think it's amazing.. Our Macaw is ready to be picked up on the 29th January 2011.. We can't wait.. I want to be able to do what you do.. How did you get from a baby macaw to this much trust..?? HELP me.. Teach me your ways.. Amazing..!! :D

James, QLD

[Dorothyinstead]

@jam13es Hi, build a good bond with your bird. Spend quality time with him or her. Be patient and tolerant of the birds needs. Educate yourself on the subject of free flight. And you will succeed with your desire.

[mrmartial]

Your other small bird is an alexanderine, can it learn to free flight also?

Can all birds for example?

[redfrontedconure]

Are you sure a redtailed hawk won't grab her? I had my conure outside on my shoulder and a hawk swooped down and grabbed him as fast as lightning. Be carefull!!!

[iluvhorse1234]

she cant get it to stay

[DragonXVZ]

can any one tell me where i can get a bird stank like thhat i really want one so please help!

[Jcena0909]

hey, ur bird is lovely and you two must have a very strong bond. i live in Brisbane and i am trying to look for a breeder but struggling. price is not an issue as i know they are around 8000 in Australia. i have done all my research on Macaws and know what that require as a pet and this is know trouble for me and love animals. i am ready to give it all the intention in the world and would like to know if you could help me out with finding a breeder? thanks allot and i love your videos !!!