Could I have some clarification please?

Hi guys,
It is my understanding that the blue throat macaw is on an endangered species list that prohibits transport over state lines.

Is this true of the military and buffons macaw as well?

Thanks in advance.

It has been several months since I read the base government document that I believe that you are referring too. The National Avian Vet Association has been working hard to lift that travel ban (with in the US) to allow Breeders to move a fairly wide cross-section of New World Parrots to travel across State lines for breeding. I do not recall, which MAC's where on that list, but I do recall it to be fairly inclusive, i.e. most all.

Traveling across State lines with your "pet" is generally allow with in the continental US. Had or if the Avain Flu returned last Fall (which it did not) or again this Spring, a travel ban could be quickly set in place for All BIRDS.

If you are traveling with more than a single parrot of a specific species (example: two DYH Amazons), you should be ready to prove that they are your pets and not breeding stock. The likelihood of you being stopped is fairly low, unless you look like you are transporting a mini Zoo.

It is wise to have recent medical records as to the health status of each parrot that is traveling with you. Not only for clarification of ownership, but should one of your parrots become ill during your travels. Stuff Happens! And, the further from home, the greater the likelihood.

I know breeders can ship blue and golds, green wings, scarlets, and several of the mini macaws without issue.

I'm not sure about the military and buffons though. I also read they are actually trying to add scarlet macaws to the list. I'm not so much concerned about it for moving purposes, but more so of what the availability of these birds will be in the future.

That is the exact reason that the Avian Vet's were looking for support from us New World Parrot owners! Not only for 'stock' here in the US, but for restocking their native regions.

Your concerns are well founded. This ban needs to be lifted and lifted soon. If you or any other members here want more information, I strongly recommend that you contact your Avian Vet.

Like I said, its been a bunch of months since I read that document. But I do recall being surprised by what was band.