There are 372 parrot species. My favorite parrot is the Scarlet Macaw. They are very pretty birds. Scarlet’s have rainbow feathers and white beaks. They live in the tropics of South America. Parrots are different from other birds, because they can mimic words and noises. Cockatoos are bigger parrots. They can live 70-80 years in captivity. They are also known for their fancy feathers.