Scarlet Macaw
NameScarlet Macaw
Common NameScarlet Macaw
Scientific NameAra macao
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)105
Length (cm)86
Weight (g)1100
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright scarlet red on the head, neck, back, and underparts. The middle wing coverts are yellow, forming a distinct band across the wing, while the primary coverts and flight feathers are bright blue. The long, pointed tail feathers are red with blue tips.
Vocalization / CallScarlet Macaws produce a variety of loud, raucous, and piercing calls, including screeches, squawks, and guttural growls, often used for communication over long distances within their dense forest habitat.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatstropical rainforest, humid evergreen forest, open woodland, riverine forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in humid evergreen forests of the American tropics, from southeastern Mexico south through Central America to Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesVibrant red, yellow, and blue plumage, Large size with a long, pointed tail, White, bare facial patch with small red feather lines, Powerful, pale upper mandible and dark lower mandible
Description
The Scarlet Macaw is a large, vibrant parrot known for its striking red, yellow, and blue plumage. These highly social birds are often seen in pairs or small flocks, frequently visiting clay licks to supplement their diet with minerals.
