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Lolita the Blue and Gold Macaw
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The macaw with gold and blue is an incredibly beautiful bird. Its stunning appearance is well-known. Its sociable nature makes it an excellent companion for families. It is also excellent at interaction, and can quickly learn new phrases and tricks.
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Our own blue-and-gold macaw, Pteri, can say hello to apple, water, and more. The birds can live for more than 50 years in captivity.
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Lolita’s Personality
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Macaws are a great companion bird. They are intelligent and affectionate. These birds are ideally suited to families with a variety of members. They can easily become bored and will find ways to entertain themselves if their owners are not engaged with them often enough. If not properly socialized macaws can become aggressive and may even bite. It is important to establish clear boundaries to ensure that the macaw does feel threatened.
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In general, Blue and Gold Macaws are lively birds who enjoy playing, climbing and interact. They need at least 2 to 3 hours per day in their cages to get physical exercise and mental stimulation. They enjoy playing games while listening to music, and learning tricks. They love visiting parks and playgrounds as well as local restaurants and bars. They are not only a great pet but they are also a great pet for children.
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Despite their adoring appearance, these birds are very loud and can cause a disturbance for those living near. They are capable of ear-shattering calls and screech-calls, which can be a nuisance in apartments and condos or near young children who might be startled by their roar.
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Another interesting characteristic of this particular species is that it is monomorphic meaning males and females are hard to distinguish. For this reason, DNA testing is the only reliable method to determine sex. Once sex is known, pairing the birds can be tried and breeding can begin.
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Like all pets, Blue and Gold Macaws require training to master commands, phrases, and tricks. It is a lengthy process and the owner must be patient and realize that this is a challenging task. The use of positive reinforcement can help speed up the process and help to correct any issues with behavior.
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Lolita's Care
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Since the 1960s, activists have pleaded for Lolita to stop performing tricks in Miami Seaquarium. They also have urged her to be relocated into an open-water pen. Following the 1993 film Free Willy sparked public outrage over the return of orca Keiko into the wild, those who fought for her were hopeful that Lolita would suffer a similar fate. Unfortunately, she never got the chance to go back to sea.
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The captors of Lolita - the Dolphin Company - have ignored the advice of a veterinarian and continue to put her in danger. They cause harm to her health by forcing her to perform for tourists. They over-exert her with high-speed circles and head-first dives, exposing her to chlorine and cause her to lose weight. They also put her in a tank that is one-and-a half times smaller than her natural habitat.
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In 2022, the new owner of Miami Seaquarium, who calls Lolita as a cousin of theirs, promised to work on an arrangement with a group of Lolita supporters, known as Friends of Toki, and the Lummi Tribe, to transport her eventually to open water. The plan included a facility in Washington's westcoast where she could live for the remaining days receiving human care and be monitored by scientists. The sanctuary pen would be hundreds of times bigger than her Miami home, and would be surrounded by the ocean, not a concrete tank.
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If the plan had been successful, Lolita (also called Tokitae or Toki) could be alive. In the wild killer whales are extremely social animals who bond with family members until they die. Lolita has lived isolated at Seaquarium for over 40 years. Many activists across the country have demanded Lolita's retirement from Seaquarium and then release into the wild. These activists include Ric O'Barry, who was a former Flipper trainer, Empty The Tanks, and Orca Network.
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Lolita's Training
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Our Macaws available for sale are intelligent and playful, bringing joy to your life. They learn quickly and develop bonds with their caregivers. They are easy to train and have a a long life expectancy. This makes them an excellent option for families that are new to caring for a pet. They are able to adapt to a variety of living spaces and can be an amazing display piece for any house.
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Lolita San Miguel wanted to continue Joe Pilates' dream that everyone would practice his method. To achieve this goal she created a teacher training program which is the most comprehensive anywhere in the world. The program is called Lolita's Legacy(tm). The first step in the training is System I. Then System II builds on the exercises introduced in System I by incorporating exercises on the equipment. It also introduces teachers to the exercises using the Spine Corrector, Magic Circle, Foam Rollers and Bars. This module comes with a manual and a DVD with Lolita teaching you the Method.
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After you have completed Lolita's Teacher Education Program you will be ready to teach The Pilates Method anywhere on the globe! This course will allow you to perform your job professionally, safely and effectively with clients. You will gain an in-depth understanding of all of the exercises and how they function. You'll be able to apply this knowledge to any body part to help your clients to feel confident, strong and safe. Lolita's Legacy is a source of open-minded instructors who have a thorough understanding of the Pilates Method and outstanding teaching skills. They also possess an enthusiasm for this amazing exercise program that Joseph Pilates invented. After successfully completing the four Systems, all assignments and course hours, you will receive a certification of education certificate that is signed by Lolita San Miguel.
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Lolita's Diet
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Like any species of animal in captivity, a captive gold and blue macaw's well-being is dependent on a healthy diet. These beautiful birds require top-quality food and lots of fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains. A macaw that is well-fed in captivity can live up to 60 years old. This majestic bird also needs plenty of space to fly and exercise.
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A macaw with gold and blue eyes can be a charming companion who is also very smart. They are well-known for their ability to learn new tricks and phrases quickly. This bird is perfect for those just beginning their journey with an avian companionship.
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This bird is also very social and easily bonds with her family members. Blue and gold macaws are known to make loud vocalizations including "flock call" as a part of their normal behavior. They may even squabble and chew occasionally, particularly when they are angry or bored. It is important for prospective pet owners to remember that this type of behavior is normal and ought to be expected.
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Miami Seaquarium released a series updates on Lolita's status and health however there are many questions. Akromas and others who have supervised or trained Lolita's health at some point are concerned about her diet. The most recent update on the Friends of Lolita website states that she eats about 115 pounds of salmon, capelin, herring and squid per day.
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The Miami Seaquarium has been criticized for the quality of the food they feed their killer whales, especially Lolita. The 57-year-old orca was taken from Puget Sound, Washington, in 1970. Although the species is in danger and is in a tank that some believe is too small.
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Lolita's Health
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Lolita is gorgeous, but her health continues to decline. Her health has been a cause of concern for animal welfare groups who want to see her released back to the wild. Lolita has been living at the Miami Seaquarium since 1970 and was an attraction for tourists for many years. She has battled chronic illnesses and an infection that left her in a fragile state.
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The Dolphin Company, which now is the owner of the Miami Seaquarium and is owned by the Dolphin Company has not provided any details regarding the condition of [Lolita Blue & Gold macaw](https://buy-macaw.com/). Friends of Toki, a non-profit organization, has posted monthly updates on her health and well-being on their website. They have shown that she is aging quickly and that her health is declining.
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It is unclear what specific health issues are plaguing the orca, as her captor is not obliged to disclose this information. However, a database of necropsies from Sea World that was created by the Orca Project shows that kidney disease is a major factor in the death of orcas kept in captivity.
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Despite the ongoing health concerns of Lolita many are hopeful that she may be closer than ever to an unspoiled life. The new owner of Seaquarium has stated his commitment to relocate the whale from her tank to her natural waters in the Pacific.
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The move comes following years of public pressure, including from PETA and PETA, to have the Miami Seaquarium release Lolita into an ocean-side sanctuary in which she can swim in the ocean and perhaps even be reunited with the orca thought to be her mother. These plans were too late to save the beloved whale who passed away on Friday due to what was thought to be a kidney problem.
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