Military Macaw
Ara militaris
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
73.3 cm
Weight
1053.0 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 73.3 cm | 28.9 in |
| Weight | 1053.0 g | 37.14 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Ara |
| Species | Ara militaris |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | مكاو عسكري |
| Chinese | 軍艦金剛鸚鵡 |
| French | Ara militaire |
| German | kleiner Soldatenara |
| Japanese | ミドリコンゴウインコ |
| Korean | 초록금강앵무 |
| Portuguese | Arara-militar |
| Russian | Малый солдатский ара |
Distribution
Military Macaw has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Military Macaw endangered?
The Military Macaw has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Military Macaw nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Military Macaw?
The Military Macaw has a wingspan of 73.3 cm, weight of 1053.0 g.
What order and family does the Military Macaw belong to?
The Military Macaw (Ara militaris) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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