Hyacinth macaw
Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus
Currently not on view
| Diet | Nuts from specific palm trees, seeds and tree fruit |
|---|---|
| Size | 3 feet 3 inches long (1 m) |
| Type | Birds |
| Range | Central and eastern South America |
| Habitat | Palm swamps, woodlands and semi-open wooded habitats |
About the Hyacinth macaw
The cobalt-blue hyacinth macaw, like Acuri the public engagement animal, is the largest macaw and flying parrot species.
Did you know?
Hyacinth macaws use their large beaks to break open hard nuts and seeds that other animals can't.
In fact, the acuri nut, which hyacinth macaws seem to prefer, is so hard that the bird can't eat it until it's been digested by cattle.