WHERE IS SCARLET MACAW
THREATS:
Habitat Loss: Deforestation and habitat degradation due to
logging, agriculture, and urbanization have significantly
reduced the Scarlet Macaw's natural habitat.
Illegal Wildlife Trade: Scarlet Macaws are often captured
and traded illegally as pets or for their feathers, which are
used in traditional ceremonies and crafts. This illegal
trade disrupts wild populations and diminishes their
genetic diversity.
Hunting and Predation: In some regions, Scarlet Macaws
are hunted for food or perceived threats to agriculture.
Additionally, they face predation from natural predators
such as large birds of prey and mammals.
FROM?
The Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) is native to
the humid forests of Central and South
America, including countries like Mexico,
Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Scarlet
Macaw In
Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela,
Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru. Its range extends
Danger!
from the southern regions of Mexico to the
Amazon basin and parts of northern
Argentina. These colorful birds inhabit
tropical rainforests, deciduous forests, and
savannas.
CHARLES M. SCHULZ
 THEIR DIET
Fruits: They feed on a variety of fruits such as
palm fruits, berries, figs, and mangos.

Nuts and Seeds: Scarlet Macaws crack open

nuts and seeds with their powerful beaks. They
consume seeds from a range of plant species
including pine cones, acorns, and sunflower
seeds.

PREDATORS HOW CAN WE HELP?

Support Conservation Organizations
Birds of Prey: Raptors such as eagles, hawks, and
owls are potential predators of Scarlet Macaws, Promote Sustainable Practices
especially chicks and juveniles.
Report Illegal Wildlife Trade
Large Snakes: In some areas, large constrictor
snakes like boa constrictors and pythons may Avoid Purchasing Wild-Caught Birds
prey on macaws, especially when they roost in
trees or nest in tree hollows.