Blue-winged Macaw
Primolius maracana
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
42.0 cm
Weight
256.0 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.0 cm | 16.5 in |
| Weight | 256.0 g | 9.03 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 26-27 days. Fledging: 70 days.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Primolius |
| Species | Primolius maracana |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | مكاو أزرق الجناح |
| Chinese | 藍翅金剛鸚鵡 |
| French | Ara d'Illiger |
| German | Rotrückenara |
| Japanese | アカビタイヒメコンゴウインコ |
| Portuguese | Maracanã-verdadeira |
| Russian | Красноспинный ара |
Distribution
Blue-winged Macaw has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue-winged Macaw endangered?
The Blue-winged Macaw has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Blue-winged Macaw nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 26-27 days. Fledging: 70 days.
How big is the Blue-winged Macaw?
The Blue-winged Macaw has a wingspan of 42.0 cm, weight of 256.0 g.
What order and family does the Blue-winged Macaw belong to?
The Blue-winged Macaw (Primolius maracana) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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