A macaw accompanied the cyclist during training in Calarcá, in a real moment that became viral and emotional.
A moment as unexpected as it is inspiring the Quindian cyclist lived Diego Fernando Pescadormember of the international team Movistar Teamduring a practice run on roads in the municipality of Calarca.
The incident occurred in a section between the sectors of Beauty and the Scalewhen a large macaw He approached the rider and accompanied him flying for several meters, creating an unusual scene that was recorded on video.
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The moment, which arose spontaneously, quickly became a moment of joy and inspiration for the athlete from Quimbaya, Quindíowho is considered one of the great promises of Colombian cycling at an international level.
Given the surprise generated on social networks, where many users questioned whether it was a montage with artificial intelligence, Pescador himself clarified the authenticity of the video.
“That video is real, man. As soon as I saw the spectacular bird that was following me, I asked a friend to record me,” explained the cyclist.
A reflection of the environmental wealth of Quindío
Environmental authorities indicated that the sighting of this macaw evidences the natural wealth of the department of Quindíowhich is home to a wide variety of both endemic and migratory bird species.
Diego himself admitted that it was difficult even for him to believe what was happening.
“The moment was beautiful, I got goosebumps. That made my day. Until now I have watched the video over and over again,” he said excitedly.
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A good omen for 2026
The cyclist assured that the fact that this encounter occurred on December 31during his last practice of the year, interprets it as a positive omen for the 2026 season.
It is worth remembering that Diego Fernando Pescador is currently considered the great hope of Colombian cycling. In 2025 debuted with the Movistar Teamcompeting in the World Tour (WT)the highest category of the world peloton.
“They say there are birds of bad omen, but I got one that, with all its color and life, will be my amulet for the competitions to come,” said the rider, who assured that this memory will be kept. in your memory and in your heart forever.
Source: Integrated Information System
