Green-winged macaw: incubation period, weaning age and breeding
Green-winged macaw eggs hatch after 26–28 days of incubation. Chicks fledge at 90–100 days and are weaned and independent at about 120–150 days. A typical clutch is 2–3 eggs.
Breeding numbers
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Adult weight (g) | 1050-1700 |
| Length (cm) | 90-95 |
| Clutch size | 2-3 |
| Incubation (days) | 26-28 |
| Fledging (days) | 90-100 |
| Weaning / independence (days) | 120-150 |
| Breeding age (maturity) | 36–72 months |
| Lifespan (years) | 50-70 |
| Breeding season | Winter-spring |
| Sexing | DNA. |
Origin: Northern and central South America — Scientific name: Ara chloropterus
Size: 90-95 cm, 1050-1700 g
Breeding and care tips
Gentlest large macaw; very powerful beak.
Mutations and colours
No colour mutation of this species is confirmed in the sources.
Zajel's genetics lab predicts chick colours from both parents for established mutations only; disputed ones are shown with a note and left out of the calculation.
Need the exact date? Use the egg hatch calculator and the weaning age chart.
Related species
- Peach-faced lovebird
- Fischer's & masked lovebird
- Black-cheeked lovebird
- Nyasa Lilian's lovebird
- Cockatiel
- Indian ringneck
- Alexandrine parakeet
- Plum-headed parakeet
Frequently asked questions
How long do Green-winged macaw eggs take to hatch?
Green-winged macaw eggs hatch after 26-28 days of incubation.
How many eggs does a Green-winged macaw lay?
Usually 2-3 eggs per clutch.
When do Green-winged macaw chicks leave the nest?
Chicks fledge at about 90-100 days old.
When are Green-winged macaw chicks weaned?
They are weaned and independent at about 120-150 days.
At what age can a Green-winged macaw breed?
A Green-winged macaw reaches breeding age at about 36–72 months; pairing earlier is not advised.
What is the Green-winged macaw breeding season?
Winter-spring
How do you tell a male Green-winged macaw from a female?
DNA.
How long does a Green-winged macaw live?
About 50-70 years with good care.