Once upon a time, Polly just wanted a cracker. Nowadays, Polly might want a Zoom call. A recent study took 18 pet parrots and examined whether video calls could help them fulfill their social needs.
ERIKA: WE HAVE HEARD BIRD CALLS BEFORE BUTOT LIKE THIS. I WANT TO SHOW YOU A PET PARROT FACETIMING WITH A FRIEND. THE VIDEO CHAT IS PART OF A RESEARCH STUDY AT NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY WHERE ...
On March 10, nonprofits, veterinarians, rescue groups, conservationists and pet guardians will recognize International Parrot Crisis Awareness Day. This day highlights the existential crises facing ...