Red-and-green Macaw
A species of Typical Macaws Scientific name : Ara chloropterus Genus : Typical Macaws
Red-and-green Macaw, A species of Typical Macaws
Botanical name: Ara chloropterus
Genus: Typical Macaws
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Description
The green-winged macaw has characteristic red lines around the eyes formed by rows of tiny feathers on the otherwise bare white skin patch; this is one of the biggest differences from a scarlet macaw to the casual viewer. 
Size
95 cm
Life Expectancy
80 years
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Red-and-green Macaw primarily consume seeds, fruits, and nuts, supplemented by a range of green plants. Their feeding behavior includes foraging in the canopy and visiting clay licks for mineral intake. They possess strong beaks to crack hard shells, reflecting a unique dietary adaptation.
Habitat
Red-and-green Macaw primarily inhabit dense rainforests, including humid lowland evergreen forests, typically found at elevations up to 500 meters. They are also present in tropical deciduous forests, gallery woodlands within savannas, llanos, and pristine caatinga vegetation. Red-and-green Macaw show a preference for hilly terrains, especially in regions like Panama, where they can be found at heights reaching up to 1500 meters.
Dite type
Frugivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Parrots Family
Parrots Genus
Typical Macaws Species
Red-and-green Macaw 
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