(adult male Hahns Macaw, Diopsittaca nobilis)

Figaro is a rescue bird. His plucked chest is an indicator of the stress, boredom or hormonal issues he faced in his previous home. It is likely that he had his wings clipped from a young age as at the time I painted this, he didn’t know how to fly. He was a scared, nervous bird who chose to stay in his open cage where he felt safe.

Today, Figaro has made remarkable progress. He has stopped feather plucking and his feathers have grown back. He has learnt to fly (which he thoroughly enjoys) and he is now quite a confident, outgoing bird.

30x24cm oil on board