Blue-headed Macaw
Primolius couloni
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
44.4 cm
Weight
250.5 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 44.4 cm | 17.5 in |
| Weight | 250.5 g | 8.84 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Primolius |
| Species | Primolius couloni |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | مكاو أزرق الرأس |
| Chinese | 蓝头金刚鹦鹉 |
| French | Ara de Coulon |
| German | Gebirgsara |
| Japanese | ヤマヒメコンゴウインコ |
| Portuguese | Maracanã-de-cabeça-azul |
| Russian | Горный ара |
Distribution
Blue-headed Macaw has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue-headed Macaw endangered?
The Blue-headed Macaw has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Blue-headed Macaw?
The Blue-headed Macaw has a wingspan of 44.4 cm, weight of 250.5 g.
What order and family does the Blue-headed Macaw belong to?
The Blue-headed Macaw (Primolius couloni) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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