The bald eagle is a bird of prey-that is, a flesh-eating bird. Its Latin name-Haleaeetus leucocephalus-means 'white-headed sea eagle.' It is called 'bald' because the word was used in times past to mean white or white faced.
1 There are still occasional unconfirmed local reports of Spixâs macaw sightings in Serra da Capivara National Park. 2  Spixâs macaw is relatively long-lived, estimates suggest it could reach 20 to 30 years of age in the wild.
They are great pets but I got my first severe macaw after owning smaller parrots for 15 years. It was still difficult as they all have a definate personality. They can live 80+ years are are a life long commitment. They demand DAILY attention. I would recommend a senegal or conure for a first parrot. I have seen macaws that pluck, scream and self mutilate.