Birds have long been admired for their vibrant colors and melodious songs, but some species take things to the next level ...

Budgerigars are some of the chattiest birds, and that is reflected in their brains. Budgie brains contain a map of vocal sounds, which is similar to that found in the human brain and has not been seen ...

They are known for their ability to mimic parts of human speech. Now a new study has shown that budgerigars can decipher sounds even if they've never heard someone speak before. The research confirms ...

Strolling through St. Paul’s Phalen Park last fall with some birdwatching friends, I heard an unusual bird call, repeated several times. Following the sounds to an oak tree, we were startled to see ...

Cartoons have us believing certain pet combos can't work. Whether it's instincts or genetic predispositions (like predators and others prey), we're hardwired to think some animals can't coexist. Tessa ...

Near the end of 25th street in San Leon, the unmistakable sound of squawking emanates from the tops of tall palm trees. The birds are hard to spot at first, their green coloring camouflaging them ...

Parakeet brains and their ability to mimic human talking could help people suffering from speech disorders, according to a ...

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