The Scarlet Macaw is a brilliant and iconic parrot species found in the forests of Colombia. It has vibrant red, blue, and yellow feathers, a large beak, and a long tail. It is known for its intelligence, sociability, and loud, raucous calls. Spectacular, huge, and long-tailed parrot, wiped out from most areas by capture for the pet trade; attempts at reintroduction are taking place in some protected areas. Found very locally in lowland rainforest and adjacent semiopen areas with big trees; usually in pairs. Unmistakable, bright scarlet red overall with big yellow wing patches and mostly blue wings and rump. Calls are deep, throaty roars that carry long distances.
- Conservation Status : Least concern
- Habitat : Rainforests
- Class: Aves
- Order: Psittaciformes
- Family: Psittacidae
- Genus: Ara
Diet
Fruits, nuts, seeds, and vegetation
Colors
Red, blue, yellow
Fun Facts
It forms strong pair bonds and often mates for life.
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