Monday 6 May 2024

What's In a Critter's Name? 46. Macaw

This bird's name comes from the Brazilian Portuguese 'macau'. It's, perhaps, derived from the Tupi 'mavuana', referring to the type of palm tree, where this parrot eats fruit.

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