The Military Macaw is a medium-large parrot recognized for its predominantly bright green plumage, which is accented by a red forehead, blue flight feathers, and a subtle yellow-olive tinge on the underparts. The bare facial skin is white and lined with small black feathers, and like other macaws, it has a large, curved black beak adapted for cracking hard seeds and nuts. Their coloration helps camouflage them in their natural forest and woodland habitats. Military Macaws are highly social birds, often found in pairs or small flocks, where they engage in mutual preening and vocalizations to maintain bonds. They are known for their loud, harsh calls, which serve as communication over long distances. In the wild, they inhabit tropical deciduous and semi-deciduous forests, usually at elevations ranging from 546 to 2,187 yards. Breeding typically occurs during the dry season. Pairs nest in tree cavities or cliffside crevices, where the female lays 1 to 3 eggs. She incubates them for approximately 26 to 28 days, while the male provides food. Chicks are altricial and fledge after about 12 weeks, remaining dependent for some time.