Scarlet Macaws

The scarlet macaw is a member of the parrot family and is native to parts of Central and South America. The Central American sub-species found in Costa Ricas also inhabits parts of Mexico, Guatemala and Belize. Its southern counterpart, the South American scarlet macaw is found in Columbia, Ecuador, Peru and Brazil. In Costa Rica, the best places to view them are in Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula, and Carara National Park, just outside of Jaco.

Last updated: Nov 1, 2023