The Chestnut-fronted Macaw or Severe Macaw (Ara severus) is one of the largest of the mini-macaws. It reaches a size of around 45 cm (18 in) of which around half is the length of the tail. I remember the time I first saw one at Cristalino. I had been watching some other birds and the guide (knowing I was interested in parrots) tapped my shoulder and quietly said “Chestnut-fronted Macaws”. I followed him to a large tree and looked up just in time to see the bird fly through the trees and disappear. At least I got a quick glimpse! But since I didn’t get a photo, Wikipedia has to come through.
They do have a large range in South America and besides Cristalino, I have another chance to see them in Ecuador soon!
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VIDEOS
Beautiful close-up foraging in a tree.
Huge flock in Brazil