About the Blue-winged Macaw
The Blue-winged Macaw (Primolius maracana) is a species of bird in the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), within the order Psittaciformes. This family contains 183 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code buwmac1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Primolius maracana |
| Species Codes | buwmac1, BWMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-winged Macaw belong to?
The Blue-winged Macaw (Primolius maracana) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-winged Macaw?
The Blue-winged Macaw is a member of the New World and African Parrots family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blue-winged Macaw sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-winged Macaw on eBird (ebird.org) using species code buwmac1, or on iNaturalist.