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  • Some macaws (Ara sp.) are the largest members of the parrot family. There are also a number of smaller (or dwarf) macaws. These magnificent, vividly coloured birds originate from Mexico,…

  • Mynah birds (Gracula sp. and Acridotheres tristis) originate from Africa, India and Southeast Asia and are best known for their ability to talk or mimic any and all sounds. They are lively,…

  • The domestic pigeon (family Columbidae) includes over 300 breeds descending from the Rock Dove (Columbia livia). They originated in Eurasia but are now found all over the world. They have had…

  • There are approximately 35 (or more) species of Toucans and Toucanettes (family Ramphastidae) including the smaller, slender Araçaris. They are found in Central and South America. Their…