Hyacinth macaws have enough strength in their massive beaks to crack a coconut shell.
Despite their impressive strength, hyacinth macaws are known as the “gentle giants” of the macaw world due to their sweet and affectionate dispositions, especially when raised as hand-fed babies.
Other types of macaws also have powerful and impressive beaks, making them a force to be reckoned with during acts of aggression or bouts of hormonal behavior. This is a major reason why macaws are generally recommended only for those who have experience keeping large parrots.
And to reiterate, macaws, like all parrots, need social interaction and socialization so they don’t grow bored. A bored macaw will chew on any wood it can find, and with its powerful beaks, this can mean serious destruction.