Spix's Macaw
NameSpix's Macaw
Common NameSpix's Macaw
Scientific NameCyanopsitta spixii
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)50
Length (cm)56
Weight (g)300
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly dull blue, with a paler, greyish-blue head and neck. The underparts are a lighter blue, and the flight feathers are a darker, more vibrant blue. A bare, dark grey facial patch surrounds the eyes, and the bill is entirely black.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a distinctive 'wka-wka-wka' call, often described as a harsh, guttural cry, along with various squawks and screeches.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsgallery forest, woodland
Conservation Statusextinct-in-the-wild
Geographic RangeHistorically endemic to a small area of gallery forest along the São Francisco River in Bahia, Brazil.
Identifying Featuresoverall dull blue plumage, pale greyish-blue head, bare dark grey facial patch, black bill, medium size for a macaw
Description
The Spix's Macaw is a medium-sized parrot known for its striking blue plumage and pale grey head. It is an intelligent and social bird, sadly famous for being extinct in the wild, though reintroduction efforts are underway.
