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South America
Whiskered Macaw
Ara rubrogenys
About this species
Bird-watchers in South America often spot the Whiskered Macaw in tropical settings. This Psittacidae species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
The Whiskered 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 Least Concern, 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.