Great Green Macaw
Great Green Macaw Ara ambiguus

Costa Rican Wildlife

Great Green Macaw

Ara ambiguus

Habitat

Northern Zone and Northern Caribbean.

Characteristics

Lime-green plumage with a red forehead. It is one of the largest macaws.

Fun Fact

Its population has severely declined because it depends almost exclusively on the Great Green Macaw Tree for food and nesting—a tree that has historically been logged for its timber.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the Great Green Macaw live in Costa Rica?
The Great Green Macaw (Ara ambiguus) lives in northern Zone and Northern Caribbean.
What are the characteristics of the Great Green Macaw?
Lime-green plumage with a red forehead. It is one of the largest macaws.
What is a fun fact about the Great Green Macaw?
Its population has severely declined because it depends almost exclusively on the Great Green Macaw Tree for food and nesting—a tree that has historically been logged for its timber.