Blue-and-yellow Macaw

Class: Birds

Order: Psittaciformes

Family: Parrots

Weight: 1–1.3 kg

Height: up to 85 cm

Body length: 76–86 cm

Coloration: blue-and-yellow macaws have striking plumage with a blue-green back and wings, bright yellow chest and belly, and a white area around the eyes. Their face is adorned with black lines of fine feathers.

Age of sexual maturity: 3–4 years

Incubation period: the female incubates the eggs for about 28 days

Lifespan: around 30–50 years in the wild, up to 60–70 years in captivity

Range: Central and South America, from Panama to northern Argentina

Diet: fruits, nuts, seeds, berries, and leaves

Did You know?

• Blue-and-yellow macaws have impressive mimicry abilities and can imitate human speech and various sounds.
• These parrots form strong, lifelong pairs and engage in complex courtship rituals, including mutual preening and synchronized displays.
• Blue-and-yellow macaws are among the largest parrots, with wingspans reaching up to 1 meter. Their size and vibrant plumage make them easily noticeable and recognizable.