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macaw

World Encyclopedia | 2005 | 298 words | Copyright

macaw Any of several species of tropical American harsh-voiced parrots. All have sword-shaped tails and large powerful bills. Most species are brightly coloured, such as the scarlet macaw (Ara macao), which has a red tail and yellow wings with bright blue on its back and wings. Order Psittacidae.

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