Ara

Ara is a genus of large and colorful parrots that live in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

They are also known as macaws, guacamayas, lapas or guaras.

Ara parrots have long tails, long narrow wings, powerful beaks and bare patches of skin around their eyes.

They have vivid plumage that can be red, green, blue, yellow, or a combination of these colors.

These birds are very intelligent and social birds that form strong bonds with their mates and live in flocks.

They feed on fruits, seeds, nuts, and sometimes clay.

Some species of Ara are endangered due to habitat loss, hunting, and illegal trade.

They are also popular as pets, but they require a lot of care and attention.

Ara parrots can live up to 60 years in captivity.

Ara, Ara, you are so bright
You fill the sky with rainbow light
You fly so high and sing so loud
You make me smile and feel so proud

Ara, Ara, you are so smart
You learn new things and have a heart
You play with toys and talk to me
You make me laugh and keep me company

Ara, Ara, you are so rare
You need a home and people who care
You face many threats and dangers
You need our help and love, not strangers

The Ara is a bird of many hues
With long tails and narrow wings
It has a patch of bare skin around its eyes
And a powerful beak that can crack nuts and seeds

Some Aras are mostly red, like the scarlet macaw
Others are blue and yellow, like the blue-and-gold macaw
Some are green and red, like the red-and-green macaw
And some are rare and blue, like the hyacinth macaw

The Ara is a social and intelligent bird
It can live for many years in the wild or as a pet
It can mimic human speech and other sounds
And it can form strong bonds with its mate

The Ara is a beauty of the tropics
A sight to behold in the sky or on a perch
It is a part of the Arini tribe of parrots
And it is the largest genus in the Psittacidae family.