The Hyacinth Macaw, Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus, is the largest parrot species, known for its striking cobalt-blue plumage and vibrant yellow eye-rings. It inhabits the Pantanal, Cerrado, and Amazon rainforest regions. Known for its strong beak, it cracks hard nuts, playing a vital role in seed dispersal.

Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus, commonly known as the Hyacinth Macaw, is native to central and eastern South America. Its geographical distribution primarily includes Brazil, specifically in the Pantanal region, as well as parts of eastern Bolivia and the northern regions of Paraguay.

The Hyacinth Macaw inhabits semi-open regions, particularly in the Pantanal wetlands, as well as woodlands and savannahs. These areas are characterized by a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, high humidity during the wet season, and temperatures that can range significantly throughout the year.

This species typically resides in areas with palm trees, which are crucial for their diet, as they feed on the nuts of native palm species such as the acuri and bocaiuva palms. The Hyacinth Macaw has also adapted to nesting in cavities found in large, mature trees, often near water sources, which provide both food resources and protection.