The Blue-and-yellow Macaw (Ara ararauna), also known as Blue-and-gold Macaw, is a member of the "Macaw" group of parrots which breeds in the forests of South America from Panama south to Brazil, Bolivia and Paraguay. It is probably now extinct on Trinidad.

Blue-and-yellow Macaws at Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, North Devon, EnglandThey can reach 76-84 cm long and weigh 900 to 1300 g and are vivid in appearance with blue wings and tail, golden (some might say, "butterscotch") underparts and a green cap on the head. Their beaks are jet black and very strong for crushing nuts.

Although popular as pets because of their striking appearance and ability to talk, they require much more effort - and more knowledge - from owners than more traditional pets such as dogs or cats. They are intelligent and loving, so for someone who can provide for their needs, they make good companion animals

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