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Macaws

Body Weight

100-1700 g, depending on species

Body Length

30-100 cm, depending on species

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Habitat

Forests
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Diet

Fruits, seeds, flowers, leaves, stems, insects, snails
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Fun Facts

  • Macaws are social animals that live in flocks and communicate through vocalisation.

  • Macaws are usually monogamous, staying as couples until one of a pair dies. Their bonding is strengthened through sharing food and preening feathers. The females are responsible for incubating eggs, while the males have to bring food back for their partners during this period.

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    Distribution

    Central and South America, including countries such as Panama, Bolivia, Brazil and Paraguay

    Threats & Conservation

    Threats & Conservation

    Threats

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      Urbanisation & Infrastructure

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      Overexploitation of Biological Resources

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      Human Disturbance & Ecosystem Disruption

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      Invasive Species & Diseases

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      Climate Change

    Forests are continuously being destroyed by logging, mining and road construction. They are also cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. In many parts of the macaws’ range, the rate of deforestation is high. These birds have not only been eradicated from their homes, but are also captured for their brilliant colours. Wild macaws are popular targets for poachers, who trade them locally or internationally as exotic pets. The massive illegal trade has caused declines in many species. During 18th to 19th century, 5 macaw species were driven to extinction by over-hunting.

    Conservation

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    IUCN Red List

    • In 18 extant species of macaws, 1 species is Extinct in the Wild, 4 species are Critically Endangered, 1 species are Endangered, 3 species are Vulnerable and 9 species are Least Concern.

    CITES

    • 11 species are listed in Appendix I and the other 6 are in Appendix II.

    Conservation

    • Protected under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586) in Hong Kong.

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