Hyacinth Macaw

The hyacinth macaw is a blue, long-tailed parrot found in parts of central and eastern South America. Palm nuts are important foods, and its strong bill is suited to breaking their hard coverings. Adults often maintain close pair bonds and may gather with other macaws at feeding or roosting areas. Nesting depends on large cavities or other appropriate shelters. The yellow facial areas contrast with the blue feathers and help distinguish this species.