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Ara de Buffon

Ara ambiguus

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Psittaciformes (Parrots)

Family

Psittacidae (True Parrots)

Genus

Ara (Macaws)

Species

Ara ambiguus (Ara de Buffon)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヒワコンゴウインコ

Chinese 大綠麥鷍

Spanish Guacamaya Verdelimón

French Ara de Buffon

German Bechsteinara

Portuguese arara-militar-grande

Russian Солдатский ара

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ara de Buffon?

The scientific name of Ara de Buffon is Ara ambiguus. It belongs to the genus Ara.

What is the conservation status of Ara de Buffon?

Ara de Buffon (Ara ambiguus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ara de Buffon live?

Ara de Buffon is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, United Kingdom.

What family does Ara de Buffon belong to?

Ara de Buffon (Ara ambiguus) belongs to the genus Ara, which is part of the taxonomic family Psittacidae.

Is Ara de Buffon endangered?

Yes, Ara de Buffon (Ara ambiguus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ara de Buffon belong to?

Ara de Buffon (Ara ambiguus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Ara de Buffon?

The closest relatives of Ara de Buffon in the genus Ara include Ara bleu, Ara canindé, Ara chloroptère, Ara de Lafresnaye, Ara militaire.