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| Anodorhynchus glaucus |
These birds once lived in the forests of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Their habitat was remote, and they were typically seen near bodies of water.
The blue-feathered Macaws declined in number due to hunting, collection, and habitat loss. Their decline started back in the late 19th century, and continued on until the mid 20th, when official reports ceased all together. A few searches have been undertaken, but none have turn up evidence of the birds. It seems like they may be gone for good, especially since no elderly locals can even remember seeing them in their lifetimes.
But of course, there is always that small shred of hope. Unconfirmed sightings pop up from time to time, as do rumors of hidden populations in hard-to-reach areas. Fingers crossed that they are still out there!
IUCN Status : Critically Endangered
Location : South America
Size : Length up to 28in (70cm)
Classification : Phylum : Chordata -- Class : Aves -- Order : Psittaciformes
Family : Psittacidae -- Genus : Anodorhynchus-- Species : A. glaucus
Image : Bourjot Saint-Hilaire
Family : Psittacidae -- Genus : Anodorhynchus-- Species : A. glaucus
Image : Bourjot Saint-Hilaire
