The green-winged macaw (Ara chloropterus) and the scarlet macaw (Ara macao) are two of the most popular and well-known macaw species. Both are native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
The green-winged macaw is slightly larger than the scarlet macaw, with a body length of around 90 cm (35 in) and a weight of around 1.5 kg (3.3 lb). It has a distinctive green plumage, with blue and yellow feathers on its wings. The scarlet macaw is slightly smaller, with a body length of around 85 cm (33 in) and a weight of around 1.2 kg (2.6 lb). It has a bright red plumage, with blue and yellow feathers on its wings.