Red Bellied Macaw, Orthopsittaca

    The genus Orthopsittaca is monotypic and consists of the red bellied macaw. According to IUCN red list, The Red-bellied Macaw is considered least concern and their population is stable. It is very rare to find one in captivity because their care is so difficult and they are hard to breed. They need a very specific diet containing not fat. They also need most of your time. They are also prone to feather-picking and screaming if they do not get enough attention or if they get bored. They are prone to diseases and most die when shipped. They should not be kept as pets, but there is one here. It is in los angeles.

Red Bellied Macaw- Orthopsittaca manilata