Hyacinth Macaw
Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus
- RANGE: Hyacinth macaw are native to Brazil and parts of Bolivia and Peru.
- HABITAT: They are found in palm swamps and forests.
- DIET: Their diet is made up of nuts, fruit, and seeds.
- SIZE: Hyacinth macaw are about 40 inches long and have a wingspan of up to five feet.
- LOCATION IN ZOO: Tropical Rainforest
- CONSERVATION STATUS: Hyacinth Macaw are classified as Vulnerable. Their populations have declined rapidly due to the illegal pet trade, hunting, and habitat loss.