Greetings from Nico, the red-fronted macaw! These macaws are native to Bolivia and play a vital role in their ecosystem. Red-fronted macaws eat a variety of plant types, including several species of cactus. By doing so, they help to disperse seeds and encourage plant growth. During your next Columbus Zoo and Aquarium visit, say hi to Nico at Jack Hanna’s Animal Encounters Village! | Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Red Fronted macaws have landed at Rockhampton Zoo! 🦜 This species is the smallest of the large macaw species averaging 490g and 60cm in length. The red fronted macaw is critically endangered with only around 900 individuals left in the wild and of that only 175-250 are mature individuals. This species is found in the mountainous regions of Bolivia and is the only macaw species that lives in a semi desert environment consisting mostly of cactus and thorny trees. The girls are currently off displ

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