Macaw Parrots for Sale 2026: Species, Prices & Care
Few birds make an entrance like a macaw. If you're considering a macaw for sale, this guide compares the main species, realistic 2026 prices, temperament and the space and commitment they truly need. Every macaw at Parrot FarmHouse is hand-reared, socialised and documented.
Macaw species compared
| Species | Size | Guide price (EUR) | Temperament |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hahn's (mini) macaw | Small | €600–€1,000 | Playful, apartment-friendlier |
| Blue & gold macaw | Large | €1,200–€2,500 | Affectionate, social |
| Scarlet macaw | Large | €1,500–€3,000 | Bold, high energy |
| Hyacinth macaw | Largest | €8,000–€15,000+ | Gentle giant, rare |
Indicative ranges for hand-reared, captive-bred birds. Hyacinths are heavily protected and priced accordingly. Confirm live pricing on each listing.
Do you have room for a macaw?
Large macaws need a generous cage, daily out-of-cage flight or climbing, and durable foraging toys to occupy their powerful beaks. They are loud by nature — a contact call carries across a house and garden — so they suit detached homes more than shared apartments. In return you get a devoted, intelligent companion that can live 50 years or more.
Diet and health essentials
- Base diet: formulated pellets plus fresh vegetables, some fruit and a few nuts as treats.
- Avoid: avocado, chocolate, caffeine and salty human food — all toxic to parrots.
- Enrichment: rotate toys and offer foraging to prevent boredom screaming and plucking.
- Vet: annual avian check-ups and prompt care for any change in droppings or appetite.
See our bird care instructions for a full routine.
Legal & documentation
Most macaws are CITES-listed; the hyacinth is Appendix I. Legal sale within the EU requires an Article 10 certificate and a closed leg ring. Always insist on full paperwork — read our shipping & documentation page.
Health guarantee, legal proof & buyer protection
Every bird leaves us only when fully weaned (typically 14–20 weeks), eating independently and behaviourally stable — never sold as an unweaned chick to be hand-fed by a stranger.
Each parrot carries a closed leg ring and full CITES / EU Article 10 documentation (Annex A species included), plus a hatch certificate and optional DNA sexing — your legal proof of captive breeding.
Birds are vet-checked and screened for the conditions responsible owners worry about — Psittacosis, PBFD, PDD and Polyomavirus — and come with a written health guarantee.
We reserve a bird with a small deposit (around 10% of the price); the balance is due on collection or before welfare-compliant shipping. We never ask for full payment by gift card, crypto or wire to a personal account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a blue and gold macaw in Europe?
Typically €1,200–€2,500 for a hand-reared captive-bred bird with documentation.
Are macaws good pets for beginners?
Smaller Hahn's macaws can suit dedicated beginners; large macaws are better for experienced owners with space.
How loud are macaws?
Large macaws are among the loudest pet birds and are not suited to thin-walled apartments.
How long do macaws live?
Large species commonly live 50 years or more with good care.
Why are hyacinth macaws so expensive?
They are rare, slow to breed and heavily protected under CITES Appendix I.
From the Parrot FarmHouse community
Henrik (Copenhagen): "The size/noise table stopped me making a mistake — went for a Hahn's instead of a full macaw for my flat."
Isabella (Rome): "Our blue and gold arrived tame and confident with full CITES papers."
Grzegorz (Warsaw): "Honest about how loud they are. Glad I had realistic expectations."