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Blue and yellow macaw

Ara ararauna

Description:

The blue and yellow macaw, also called a blue and gold macaw, is a large parrot with bluish-teal top features and yellow-gold coloring underneath. It has a mostly white face with black markings and a green crown.

Habitat:

Its native habitat is tropical South America.

Notes:

This is a striking bird that eats mostly nuts, berries, and fruits, although from the size of its beak, it might be known to tackle a finger if one got too close! This specimen was seen at Ardastra Gardens, Zoo, and Conservation Centre, in Nassau, Bahamas.

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Rustic 41
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Rustic 41

Nassau, Bahamas

Spotted on Nov 12, 2013
Submitted on Nov 20, 2013

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