The blue-throated macaw (Ara glaucogularis), also known as the Caninde macaw or Wagler's macaw, [3] is a macaw endemic to a small area of north-central Bolivia, known as Los Llanos de Moxos. In 2014 this species was designated by law as a natural patrimony of Bolivia. [4]

The blue-throated macaw (Ara glaucogularis; previously Ara caninde), also known as the Caninde macaw or Wagler's macaw, is a macaw endemic to a small area of north-central Bolivia, known as Los Llanos de Moxos.

Brilliantly colored plumage makes the blue-throated macaw, a member of the parrot family and one of at least 17 macaw species, hard to miss. Its chest, belly, legs, and under-wing area are...

Its namesake blue throat distinguishes the bird from the more common Blue-and-yellow Macaw; the two species are often seen together. Stopping the Trade. The Blue-throated Macaw's habitat surrounds the major city of Trinidad, and as that city has …

Blue-throated macaws are one of the most endangered macaw species in the wild. As of 2021, there were an estimated 200 – 300 mature individuals living in a small area of north central Bolivia. Blue-throated macaws are approximately 33 inches long with a wingspan of 3 feet and weighing around 1.5 pounds.

The blue-throated macaw is considered the rarest species of macaw in the world. They are a vital part of the ecosystem of the Beni savanna and life cycle of the Motacú palm tree since they are this trees’ main seed disperser.

Blue-throated macaws have 5 or 6 horizontal lines of feathers across the otherwise bare facial patch while blue and gold macaws have 3. Blue-throated macaws are smaller and also have a more nasal, higher-pitched and softer voice in comparison to blue and gold macaws.

Blue-throated macaws can be distinguished by the turquoise feathers on their neck and crown. They are also slightly smaller than blue and gold macaws. These macaws nest in tree cavities, primarily in palms.

Its namesake blue throat distinguishes the bird from the more common Blue-and-yellow Macaw, which is easily recognized by black feathers on its throat. Until the 1980s and 1990s, there was significant dispute over the identification of the BTM species.

Large macaw endemic to flooded grasslands of El Beni, Bolivia (Llanos de Moxos). Breeds in cavities in tall palms, and threatened by habitat loss. Most of the population is highly localized into a few breeding and foraging localities where grassland is less impacted by grazing.