I'm a big fan of pet content that brings a smile to my face, and there's one who always comes to mind if I'm in need of a pick-me-up. Cumulus the Cockatoo is pure joy, singing and dancing his way into ...

In 2008, a YouTube video featuring an Eleanora cockatoo named Snowball dancing to the beat of the Backstreet Boys went viral. His killer moves stunned scientists, since the ability to synchronize body ...

However, understanding your pet bird can sometimes be tricky. That’s why we gathered 7 signs your pet cockatoo trusts you, so ...

The headbang, the side-to-side and the body roll are some of at least 30 dance moves used by captive cockatoos. Cockatoos have been grabbing limelight online ever since Snowball, a sulphur-crested ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The crafty cockatoos have done it again. A new study published today ...

Figaro the cockatoo displays his “primate level” combination tool-using skills by playing a cockatoo version of “golf,” and choosing the correct hole for a cashew reward. Two other cockatoos figured ...

Furry companions know exactly how to cheer everyone up during the times of high stress. Serving as a reminder to stop, breathe, and maybe laugh a little, they have no idea how calming, comforting, and ...

In a series of new experiments, Goffin's cockatoos were able to use a set of different tools to complete complex tasks. The brainy birds can decide which gadget works best and carry their varied ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. GrrlScientist writes about evolution, ecology, behavior and health. This lovely parrot is a popular — and increasingly expensive — ...

A new study finds that problem-solving cockatoos can combine simple tools to accomplish a task, which is a cognitive ability that only a very few primates were previously known to perform The goal of ...