Special Hybrid Macaw Baby

Catbug · May 10, 2018

This is Harley Quinn. She is now 11 months old. She was completely unexpected since her parents are quite the odd couple. Her father is a Catalina macaw and her mother is a Yellow-Collard "mini" macaw. I have not found any information on this type of hybrid and wasn't really sure how she would progress, but she is growing into a great little bird. Personality wise, she has a mix of traits from both parents. Any suggestions on what to call this hybrid?

Kiwibird · May 10, 2018

Oh my goodness! I can't say I've ever seen a hybrid between such vastly different sized macaws. She may be unique in the world! It may be up to you to "name" the kind of hybrid she is. She is a pretty bird and looks healthy enough. What does the vet have to say about her?

P.S.- I hope that mommy and daddy won't have anymore "alone time" after this special little surprise

Scott · May 10, 2018

What a beauty! I would take Harley Quinn to a certified avian vet, hopefully one with deep knowledge of macaws. Hopefully the genetic loading will allow for a long and very happy life! That said, we never know what such a combination will create.

Catbug · May 10, 2018

When she was about 4 months old, I took her to a certified aviary vet (with the best reputuation I could find). She was DNA tested, had a full check up and blood work for testing. He said she was in perfect shape. All her blood work was good. It took a little longer than usual for the DNA testing due to the lab not knowing how to "categorize" her. I followed up with him a couple months later so he could check her progression and she continued to flourish from there.

I am having a hard enough time getting my husband to let me keep her....mommy and daddy are no longer allowed to "hang out" unsupervised. I have no idea how they bonded to one another...but to each his own...

SilverSage · May 10, 2018

How adorable!

I would have been quite surprised as well! Im glad there won’t be more, but what a precious one-of-a-kind girl! More pictures please!

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Scott · May 10, 2018

Catbug said:
When she was about 4 months old, I took her to a certified aviary vet (with the best reputuation I could find). She was DNA tested, had a full check up and blood work for testing. He said she was in perfect shape. All her blood work was good. It took a little longer than usual for the DNA testing due to the lab not knowing how to "categorize" her. I followed up with him a couple months later so he could check her progression and she continued to flourish from there.

I am having a hard enough time getting my husband to let me keep her....mommy and daddy are no longer allowed to "hang out" unsupervised. I have no idea how they bonded to one another...but to each his own...

Fantastic! Love the new pics, who would have though such a combination was possible. Perhaps you have the honor of designating a hybrid name?

itzjbean · May 10, 2018

What a beautiful hybrid I have never seen before!! If you have facebook, I encourage you to search for the group called Hybrid & Mutation Macaws - post some pictures there, people will be ALL OVER your little HQ

I think there would be a lot of people interested in a baby of this kind. If you aren't on facebook, I would love to share your Harley Quinn on the page with your permission.

Some name suggestions...

Catacollar macaw
Collatina macaw
Yellow-cat macaw
Catellow macaw

Catbug · May 10, 2018

I am on facebook..I will look for them. Great name suggestions...I unfortanutely am not that clever...I like the Catacollar..it flows. I kept a daily journal/pics of her since I found her half-hatched. I will post more.

itzjbean · May 10, 2018

Catbug said:
I am on facebook..I will look for them. Great name suggestions...I unfortanutely am not that clever...I like the Catacollar..it flows. I kept a daily journal/pics of her since I found her half-hatched. I will post more.

Awesome, we would love to hear more about her!

Catbug · May 10, 2018

Some pics of her first few months..

PetoftheDay · May 10, 2018

How about a "CataMini"?

She's adorable. Is she a friendly girl? What is her birdsonality like?

Catbug · May 10, 2018

She is shy but friendly when she warms up. I've noticed characteristics of both mom and dad. She's smart...likes to be a brat when she's in that mood. She is making a lot of sounds..some I can make out (step up)(kissing noises) so I thinks she will be a talker. She loves water/baths, rolls over and plays, like to snuggle and loves car rides.

TiredOldMan · May 10, 2018

I would just call her beautiful.

chris-md · May 10, 2018

I vote for thr Cat Coll macaw (get it? Whistling...no? Ok).

I’m floored. My first reaction was “not possible, such a huge size difference).

My second reaction was “omg get off that poor little lady!”

Joking aside, absolutely adorable and such a unique mix. PlEase keep the photos coming!

BirdGeeks · May 11, 2018

What ever her species will be called she is sooooo beautiful! Her name fits her looks perfectly.

ChristaNL · Jul 26, 2018

Surprise indeed!

If she decides to tour Europe when she is all grown up... she is welcome to stay here

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