But this depends on your gumption. I know of some people whose very first bird was a still-feeding macaw. Breeders are generally the safest course, because they have dealt with the birds from hatchdate on. They will also usually offer a health guarantee, advice, and help if you have problems. Primaries are a dark, almost royal blue, the tail coverts a light electric blue, and the bill is black, the feet dark grey.
Babies have dark eyes, while adult eyes are an ice-blue.
This is the most available macaw. They are adaptable, and enjoy being in social situations. Blue and Golds are innately curious, seemingly more so than other macaws. They readily become adept at performing tricks, and seem to love doing so. A vivid scarlet, with yellow on upper wings, blending into blue.