Can you import macaws to Australia?

*Only “household pet birds” (budgerigars, parakeets, parrots, finches, cockatiels, lovebirds or other domesticated pet birds) are permitted to enter Australia. Therefore, currently, only dogs, cats, rabbits, horses and certain species of birds from approved countries may be imported as pets.

Can you have a macaw as a pet in Australia?

Best Suited as: Pets The Blue and Gold Macaw (Ara ararauna ) while a very popular pet in Australia, is an expensive one as well. They are very colourful, large birds with a big personality and ready to interact with you on a moment’s notice.

Is it illegal to have a macaw as a pet?

These birds are also among the largest breed of parrot that exists. You can no longer import these birds into the United States. Macaws are legal to own in the United States, but the only way to acquire one legally is through a breeder already present in the country.

Do you need a license to breed macaws?

As for their legality in California, Macaws are usually legal throughout the state, but they do require some extra paperwork and licensing. As long as you have the means to do so, definitely consider looking into a Macaw.

What birds are banned in Australia?

Gouldian finch.

Do you need a license for a macaw in NSW?

Native birds are protected by law so if you want to keep a native bird as a pet you’ll need a biodiversity conservation licence granted under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 from the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (National Parks and Wildlife Service).

What parrots are illegal?

Quaker parrots are illegal in many places in the United States as well as the world, primarily because they are highly adaptable and able to live in colder temperatures, so they can easily become an invasive species. Their rapidly growing population steals food from native birds and destroys farmers’ crops.

Can you own a macaw?

Many macaws are illegally trapped in their native rainforest homes and sold. Most macaws are large and need a lot of social interaction. In other words, they’re high-maintenance pets. But if you’re okay with a pet that requires a significant time investment from its owner, a macaw may be a good option.