The Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) is a large, vibrantly colored parrot native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is renowned for its striking plumage, which features a dominant scarlet body, with bright yellow and blue feathers on the wings and tail. The bird has a white, bare face with small black lines near the eyes, a powerful hooked beak, and strong, zygodactyl feet (two toes pointing forward and two backward) adapted for climbing and grasping.