About the Great Green Macaw
The Great Green Macaw (Ara ambiguus) is a species of bird in the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), within the order Psittaciformes. This family contains 183 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code grgmac when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Ara ambiguus |
| Species Codes | grgmac, GGMA |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Green Macaw belong to?
The Great Green Macaw (Ara ambiguus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Great Green Macaw?
The Great Green Macaw is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Great Green Macaw?
The Great Green Macaw is a member of the New World and African Parrots family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Great Green Macaw sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Green Macaw on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grgmac, or on iNaturalist.