Indeed, archaeological studies have uncovered scarlet macaw feathers and bones dating from 1,000 years ago in Native American sites in New Mexico; the birds had been transported at least 700 miles.

Here is a list of the most colourful birds in the world. The scarlet macaw is a large parrot species. It can grow 32 inches long and weigh up to 2.2 pounds. Mainly red in color, it also has blue wings ...