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Ara ararauna
A large macaw with stunning blue upper parts and yellow underparts. From South America, one of the most commonly kept macaws. Highly intelligent and talented talker.
The blue-and-yellow macaw (Ara ararauna), also known as the blue-and-gold macaw, is a large South American parrot with mostly blue upperparts and light orange-yellow underparts. Native to forests and woodlands of tropical South America, it is one of the most commonly kept macaws and is intelligent, social and capable of mimicking speech.
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Origin
tropical South America (Panama to Brazil and Bolivia)
Lifespan
50-60 years
Size
76-86cm
Temperature
18〜28℃
Humidity
50〜70%
Pellets, Nuts, Vegetables, Fruits
Very large cage or dedicated bird room ideal
50% pellets, 40% vegetables/fruits, 10% nuts guideline
Calls / Song
さえずり · © Fernanda Fernandex · xeno-canto XC922003 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
地鳴き · © Robson Silva e Silva · xeno-canto XC1084398 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Ara ararauna (Linnaeus, 1758)
Synonyms: Psittacus ararauna
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Ara ararauna。Psittaciformes(オウム目)は CITES 附属書II に一括掲載(附属書I 該当種・及び注記除外4種を除く)。本種はその附属書II適用。
Sources: CITES Appendices (valid from 25.05.2024) / CITES Psittaciformes spp. 附属書II注記(Appendix-II annotation)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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Intelligence of a 5-year-old. Excellent problem solvers
Extremely loud and powerful beak. Proper setup crucial
Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.
The ideal temperature for Blue-and-yellow Macaw is 18〜28℃. Recommended humidity is 50〜70%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Blue-and-yellow Macaw is 50-60 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Blue-and-yellow Macaw typically reaches 76-86cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Blue-and-yellow Macaw feeds on: Pellets, Nuts, Vegetables, Fruits. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Blue-and-yellow Macaw varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026