Severe Macaw
Monkey came to The Zoo in 2014 with his friend, Apollo, a Moluccan cockatoo. They are different species, but have formed a close bond.
Scientific name
Ara severus
Lifespan
45-50 years
Range
Severe macaws are native to the tropical forests of South America from Panama to Bolivia.
Diet
Seeds, nuts, fruits, and leafy greens.
Social Structure
Severe macaws make their nests in the holes of trees, and usually lay a clutch of 2-3 white eggs.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threats in the Wild
The severe macaw, also known as the chestnut-fronted macaw, is likely threatened by habitat loss and degradation. Their population is decreasing in the wild.
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