About the Military Macaw
The Military Macaw (Ara militaris) 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 milmac 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 | Ara militaris |
| Species Codes | milmac, MIMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Military Macaw belong to?
The Military Macaw (Ara militaris) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Military Macaw?
The Military 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 Military Macaw sighting?
You can log sightings of Military Macaw on eBird (ebird.org) using species code milmac, or on iNaturalist.