10,000 Birds

JUNE 21, 2016

In humans, adults (probably mainly mothers) do this thing called “motherese” which is talking in a way one would normally not talk to another adult, to a baby. Jon Sakata, a professor of neurobiology at McGill, says that songbirds learn vocalizations like humans learn speech. Salmón, J. Nilsson, A. Nord, and S.

Mammals 117

Mammals Zebras Birds Primates 117

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

Black-winged Lovebird Another endemic now shared with Eritrea, this cute little parrot is not uncommon in forest edges and woodlands, even occurring in towns and cities. They have a complex social structure, the study of which has been of great relevance in analyzing the evolution of human social behavior. Gelada mock attack a.

Ethiopia 274

Ethiopia Eritrea Africa Mammals 274

10,000 Birds

OCTOBER 25, 2011

Non-human beings have traditionally thought of on a basically immoral level…they lack any intrinsic values, are incapable of thoughts and emotions, and are only worth how good of a coat they make or how good they taste. But I digress. Granted, there are a lot of terminally-stupid dogs out there… but you know what I’m saying.

Emotional 225

Emotional Science Birds Mammals 225

10,000 Birds

APRIL 22, 2012

It’s easy to observe this attachment behavior in parrots, especially pets. But any mention of affection or “love” in parrots must include that other, unwelcome element: jealousy. But any mention of affection or “love” in parrots must include that other, unwelcome element: jealousy. I know one thing.

Birds 273

Birds Parrots 2003 Raised 273