Scarlet macaw
The Scarlet Macaw is a large, multi-coloured parrot native to the humid evergreen forests of Central and South America. Renowned for its brilliant plumage of red, yellow, and blue, it is a highly social bird that mates for life and is rarely seen alone. Their powerful beaks are designed to crack open hard nuts and seeds that other animals cannot access, playing a vital role in seed dispersal within their ecosystem.
Scarlet macaw Quick Facts
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Scarlet macaws can live up to 50 years in the wild and even longer in captivity!
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Lifespan
40-50 years
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Habitat
Rainforests, woodlands
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Diet
Fruits, nuts, seeds
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Region
Central and South America
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