Yellow Collared Macaw is one of the birds visitors can discover in the Zoo at Flamingo Land. Its natural range is associated with Central and South America. Its scientific name is Ara auricollis.
Diet
Yellow-collared macaws eat seeds, nuts, fruit and flowers, cracking hard foods with the bill.
Habitat and range
They inhabit woodland, savannah and forest edges in central South America.
Behaviour and adaptations
They are social and vocal, often travelling in pairs or flocks and using their feet skilfully while feeding.
Conservation
The conservation status recorded for this entry is Least Concern. The species remains fairly widespread, though habitat loss and capture for trade can affect local numbers. Conservation classifications can change when new assessments are published.
What to look for
Look for the yellow collar across the back of the neck and watch how the bill is used as a third limb when climbing. Individual animals can choose when to rest, feed or move out of view, so sightings vary through the day. Check the daily programme for keeper talks and current information about the animals in the collection.