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Left Tibiotarsus and Fibula (Left Middle Leg Bones) of the Scarlet Macaw Ara macao (MCZ 343449)

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Phylogenic Position
Aves - Neognathae - Psittaciformes - Psittacidae - Ara macao
Species Description
Characterized by red, yellow, and blue feather coloration and a harsh call. Found in rainforests of Central and South America along low-lying rivers. This bird feeds on fruit, nuts, seeds, flowers, and nectar.
Specimen Information
Species	Ara macao (Scarlet Macaw)
Element	Left Tibiotarsus and Fibula (Left Middle Leg Bones)
Specimen Number	MCZ 343449
Sex	Female
Location	Brazil, Estiraco do Equador, Rio Javari, E. Amazonas
Geological Age	Recent
Technical Information
Scanner	Konica Minolta Range7
Resolution	40 µm
Number of Data Points	149846
Number of Data Polygons	74925
Date Scanned	July 19, 2012
Scan Technician	Greg Monfette
Edited By	Greg Monfette
Photographs
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Other Ara macao (Scarlet Macaw) Elements
Specimen	Element
MCZ 343449	Left Tarsometatarsus (Left Fused Element Consisting of Ankle and Middle Foot Bones)
MCZ 343449	Left Femur (Left Upper Leg Bone)
MCZ 343449	Right Tarsometatarsus (Right Fused Element Consisting of Ankle and Middle Foot Bones)
MCZ 343449	Mandible (Jawbone )
MCZ 343449	Right Radius (Lower Arm Bone )
MCZ 343449	Right Humerus (Right Upper Arm Bone)
MCZ 343449	Right Femur (Right Femur)
MCZ 343449	Right Ulna (Lower Arm Bone )
MCZ 343449	Left Radius (Lower Arm Bone)
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