Is Macaw Clay Lick Dawn Swarms (Peru) happening right now?
As of today, peak season now, through ~August 20. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Every dry season in southeastern Peru, mixed flocks of macaws and parrots converge on riverbank clay licks to consume mineral-rich soil.
The birds arrive in dense waves at dawn, producing a sustained, colorful display that is one of the Amazon's most reliable wildlife shows.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Collpa Chuncho (Tambopata Research Station clay lick) |
| Refugio Amazonas Clay Lick (Concepción area) |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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