Our Inspiring Animals series continues with a look at the scarlet macaw. Scarlet macaws are strikingly beautiful birds native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. These large parrots are characterized by their vibrant red feathers, accentuated with yellow and blue wings, creating a stunning visual display. Known for their intelligence and social nature, scarlet macaws often travel in pairs or small flocks, forming strong bonds with their mates. Their diet primarily consists of fruits, nuts, and seeds, which they forage for in the treetops.

Our third episode of Inspiring Animals introduces you to one of our favorite animals - the Central American tapir! While at first you may think it’s related to the elephant, in reality, it is more closely related to the horse!. Learn more here!

This month we take you back to Belize to learn about the Harpy Eagle - one of the largest raptors in the world! Our Inspiring Animals is a monthly episode of the Inspire Me! podcast where our resident ecologist Kayla explores animals that we all find interesting and of course, inspiring!