About the Blue-winged Macaw
The blue-winged macaw, in aviculture more commonly known as Illiger's macaw, is a species of small macaw found in central and eastern South America. The second name is in honor of the German ornithologist Johann Karl Wilhelm Illiger. It was previously placed in the genera Ara or Propyrrhura. Blue-winged macaws have been known to reach an age of 50–60 years.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Primolius maracana |
| Species Codes | buwmac1, BWMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-winged Macaw belong to?
The Blue-winged Macaw (Primolius maracana) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-winged Macaw?
The blue-winged macaw, in aviculture more commonly known as Illiger's macaw, is a species of small macaw found in central and eastern South America. The second name is in honor of the German ornithologist Johann Karl Wilhelm Illiger. It was previously placed in the genera Ara or Propyrrhura. Blue-wi...
Where can I report a Blue-winged Macaw sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-winged Macaw on eBird (ebird.org) using species code buwmac1, or on iNaturalist.
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