Bird
Scarlet Macaw
Iconic red-and-blue rainforest parrot
Family Psittacidae
Psittacidae is a taxonomic family in the order Psittaciformes, class Aves. Global Animal Guide profiles 3 of its members: Scarlet Macaw, Hyacinth Macaw and African Grey Parrot. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Psittacidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet Macaw Ara macao | 1 kg | 85 cm | 55 km/h | 40 yrs | North America, South America | Least Concern |
| Hyacinth Macaw Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus | 1.5 kg | 1 m | 50 km/h | 50 yrs | South America | Vulnerable |
| African Grey Parrot Psittacus erithacus | 400 g | 33 cm | 50 km/h | 55 yrs | Africa | Endangered |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
