The term SOUTH AMERICAN PARROT can be broken down into two crossword solutions: MACAW (5 letters) and AMAZON (6 letters). Macaws are a type of large, colorful parrot native to Central and South America. They are known for their intelligence and ability to mimic human speech. Amazons are a group of parrots native to the tropical regions of South America. They are also known for their intelligence and ability to mimic human speech.