Carol DM
Continuing with my series of many of the Rainforest animals.
If you missed the last post of the series you can see it here:
Animals of the Rainforest #6 CAPYBARA
One of the most iconic rainforest species, the scarlet macaw is a striking, large parrot with bright red plumage and brilliant blue and yellow wing feathers. Its powerful beak can open hard nuts and seeds. Scarlet macaws are one of the few species that mate for life.
Nuts, leaves, berries and seeds from the rainforest make up the bulk of the scarlet macaw’s diet. Interestingly, the scarlet macaw can eat fruits toxic enough to kill other animals. This could be because they also eat large amounts of clay, which is thought to neutralize plant poisons.
The primary threats to the scarlet macaw are habitat loss from rainforest destruction and heavy exploitation for pet trading. In Costa Rica, these birds, which are frequently stolen from their nests, can be sold on the black market unfortunately.
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SCARLET MACAW ~ Incredible Parrot, agree?
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SCARLET MACAW ~ Incredible Parrot, agree?
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Stunning bird and photo Carol. It reminds me of the movie Rio.
Another animation I had to watch with the boys. Blame it on the boys. LOL
It was good fun…
Thanks, it does remind me of Rio as well. Good memories.
How much did Ellie pay for you to feature a Macaw (parrot)?
whatever amount it was I will double it for no more parrot posts!
by the way, it is without a doubt the brightest bird picture you’ve ever shared!
Ha! I will not tell any secrets. 🙂 Too bad I cannot take credit for these photos.
well it was a bright picture. i really enjoyed reading the post!
I am happy to hear that, thanks for your support.
This ara (macaw in french) is gorgeous with its kaleidoscopic colors. One thing I learned is that they mate for life just like our Canada geese or bernache. It is horrific to learn that they are still being used for profit
Yes it is stunning, right! I would love to see one up close and personal. I cannot bear to think of these and many others being used of profit. Heart breaking.
Looks gorgeous in flight and such interesting dietary habits!
of course you comment on parrot posts. hum…
First cats, now you don’t like the parrots either. 🙁 This means more cat and parrot posts! 😈
well you might as well through purple in that mix!
How about some purple parrots? 😈
i would simply have to close my eyes 🙂
These parrots are definitely an exception. They are stunning.
This is a truly amazing bird with these colors.
I love this one, can you imagine seeing it fly across your path!
I can’t imagine that. But I would be very happy to see him nearby.
I would be happy as well. So much color. 🙂
What great colors. I needed something bright and cheery. Now I am going to share it in one of the groups and see if we might be able to get some views.
I love these magnificent birds. Thank you!
It cheered me up just when I needed it most.
That makes me very happy. 🙂