Pelantaro or Pelantarú (from the Mapuche pelontraru or "Shining Caracara") was one of the vice toquis of Paillamachu, the toqui or military leader of the Mapuche people during the Mapuche uprising in 1598.
A bold, opportunistic raptor, the Southern Crested Caracara is often seen walking around on the ground looking for food.