Greenwing Macaw
Origin: South and Central America
Habitat: Tropical forests mangrove swamps and savannas
Diet: Seeds, nuts, fruit and vegetables.
Lifespan: Up to 65 years
Average Size: Length:90cm, Weight: 1.2 kgs
Characteristics:
Large macaw also known as the red and green macaw. They have a rich deep red colour from its head down through the upper mantle of the back wings and tail. Along the lower back and wings is a band of green, with a light blue colouring on its rump and lower tail. It is the second largest parrot in the world, send only to the Hyacinth Macaw.