Hyacinth Macaw (Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus)

The undisputed showstopper of the Pantanal is the magnificent Hyacinth Macaw;  native to central and eastern South America. With a length (from the top of its head to the tip of its long pointed tail) of about 100 cm (3.3 ft) it is longer than any other species of parrot. It is the largest macaw and the largest flying parrot species.

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Most people come to the Pantanal in Brazil to see them as they are very easily found.  You could also see them in far eastern Bolivia and slightly into northern Paraguay.

Hyacinth map

LEARN MORE ABOUT HYACINTH MACAWS

Wikipedia

World Parrot Trust

Birdlife

National Geographic

Neotropical Birds

VIDEOS

Notice how the videographer approaches cautiously behind a tree?  This is how you get closer to wild birds!  The loud calls are unmistakeable.

Two gorgeous youngsters working up their courage to leave the nest!