Quick facts

Lifespan

In the wild, a lifespan of 30 years is average, while in captivity, reaching the age of 60 is normal

Diet

Eat a variety of seeds, plant material, fruits, and nuts

Habitat

Rainforest

Range

The Yellow Macaw lives and breeds in tropical South America, from Panama, and southwards to Brazil, Bolivia, Uruguay and Trinidad

The Yellow Macaw is a large-sized parrot. It is very popular among bird lovers because of its vibrant fathers, ability to talk and perform tricks. These birds are intelligent, adptable, curious and playful. They can also express their emotions through actions such as nodding. However, if it not properly cared for it may display aggressive behavior such as bite, screaming and feather plucking.