Parrots Of The World: Scarlet Macaw
The Scarlet Macaw(Ara macao) is a parrot species that is found in Latin America. The Scarlet Macaw is classified in the avian order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
Physical Characteristics
An adult Scarlet Macaw’s plumage is mostly scarlet; however there is blue and yellow on the wings. The yellow on the wings is edged with green in some individuals. There are large bare patches on the face. The tail feathers are blue and red. The upper bill is white and the lower bill is black. The average measurements of a Scarlet Macaw are: 87 centimeters(2 feet, 10.3 inches) long, 116 centimeter(3 … Continue