Hyacinth Macaw
NameHyacinth Macaw
Common NameHyacinth Macaw
Scientific NameAnodorhynchus hyacinthinus
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)122
Length (cm)97.5
Weight (g)1450
Plumage DetailsEntirely deep cobalt blue plumage, slightly lighter on the head and neck. It has bright yellow bare skin around the eyes and a crescent-shaped yellow patch of bare skin at the base of the lower mandible. The underside of the tail feathers is dark grey.
Vocalization / CallKnown for loud, guttural squawks, screeches, and harsh calls, often described as 'kraa-aa' or 'rra-aa'. They also produce softer clucking sounds.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatspalm savannas, woodlands, gallery forests, swamps, semi-open areas
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeFound in three main disjunct populations in central and eastern South America: southern Brazil, eastern Bolivia, and northeastern Paraguay.
Identifying Featureslargest parrot species, vibrant cobalt blue plumage, bright yellow bare skin around eyes, crescent-shaped yellow patch at base of lower mandible, large, powerful black beak, long, pointed tail
Description
The Hyacinth Macaw is the largest flying parrot species, characterized by its striking cobalt blue plumage. It possesses a powerful black beak and distinctive bright yellow patches around its eyes and at the base of its lower mandible. These social birds are often seen in pairs or small family groups, foraging for hard nuts in their South American habitats.
