Highly social and one of the largest members of the parrot family.
ORIGIN:
Mexico, Central and South America
HABITAT:
Rain forests and forests along rivers and savannahs
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
2-3 lbs
Height: Up to 32 in with tail
DIET:
Fruits and nuts
PREDATORS:
Large cats, birds of prey, monkeys and snakes
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Able to camouflage in the rain forest thanks to their colorful plumage
REPRODUCTION:
Lay 2-4 eggs; Incubation 24-25 days
THREATS:
Least Concern
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Avg 40-50 yrs; Up to 75 in captivity