The Macaw Society is an international research group collaborating with many local, national, and international scientists and organizations.
Reach out if you want to become part of our growing parrot conservation family: info@themacawsociety.org
Our directors
Donald J. Brightsmith, Ph.D. | Co-Director
Dr. Donald J. Brightsmith is an Associate Professor of Ecosystem Health in the Department of…
Gabriela Vigo-Trauco, PhD | Co-Director
Dr. Gabriela Vigo-Trauco is a Peruvian parrot researcher trained as a Biologist from the Universidad…
Our scientific advisors
George Olah, PhD | Scientific Advisor, Collaborator
Dr. George Olah is a conservation geneticist and nature documentary filmmaker who co-founded the nonprofit…
Gustavo Martinez, M.Sc. | Scientific Advisor, Collaborator
Gustavo is a Peruvian botanist that studied biology at the Pedro Ruiz Gallo National University…
Our Field Leaders
Roshan Taylor M.Sc.| Field Leader Punta Leona, Costa Rica & communications collaborator
Roshan Tailor M.Sc. the field leader of our team in Punta Leona, Costa Rica….
Carlos Huamani | Field Leader Tambopata, Peru
Carlos is a professional tour guide that specializes in birdwatching. He started working with macaws…
Our Vets Leaders
Dr. Sophie Hebert, DVM
Veterinarian graduated in 2010 from the University of Montreal in Canada. Since then, she has…
Dr. Sharman Hoppes, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice)
Dr. Sharman Hoppes is a Clinical Professor in the zoological medicine service at Texas A&M…