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South America
Bearded Macaw
Ara auricollisrubr
About this species
Bird-watchers in South America often spot the Bearded Macaw in tropical settings. This Psittacidae species is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.
The Bearded Macaw is part of the order Psittaciformes and the Psittacidae family. Its preferred habitat is tropical, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Psittacidae family and Psittaciformes order.