Ara ambiguus, is a large parrot native to the rainforests of Central and South America. Its distribution spans from eastern Honduras through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama to northwestern Colombia and western Ecuador. This species inhabits lowland and foothill rainforests, preferring regions with abundant Dipteryx trees, which provide both food and nesting sites. The great green macaw is currently classified as Endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), with an estimated population of fewer than 2,500 mature individuals. This decline is attributed primarily to habitat loss and illegal trapping for the pet trade. In some areas, small, isolated populations survive in protected reserves, but overall, the population trend is decreasing. Conservation efforts are in place to preserve its remaining habitat and protect the species from further exploitation. In Costa Rica, for example, there are focused initiatives to conserve habitat corridors and educate local communities about the macaw’s ecological importance. While the great green macaw is occasionally seen in captivity, it is not commonly kept as a pet due to its size, specialized care needs, and endangered status. In addition, its breeding success in captivity is limited compared to other macaws. It is not typically found in urban areas, as it requires large, undisturbed forest habitats.