Our closest mammal relatives haven’t been able to replicate human speech, and yet, parrots do so easily. Have you ever wondered why that is? First, get the “bird brain” out of your head. Parrots are actually smart animals, and have been known to create unique songs so their mate will recognize them. Parrots also communicate with other flocks of parrots in a similar way to humans. Brains aside, parrots have a voice box that is far more dynamic than humans, which allows them to speak somewhat similarly to a human. But to understand the reason why parrots are so good at mimicking human speech, check out this awesome video.
Here’s why parrots can talk like humans
More of Today's Solutions
Where fitness meets kindness: GoodGym is getting people moving and giving back
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL On a chilly, damp evening in south London, a group of runners is doing something a little different. There ...
Read MoreCan dogs get the winter blues? What to know about seasonal depression in pets
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM It’s not just you; winter really can bring a certain mood. The shorter days, chilly weather, and long, ...
Read MoreHistoric global agreement protects international waters
For the first time ever, 193 nations have reached a conservation agreement on the High Seas Treaty, which intends to designate 30 percent of ...
Read More‘Queen of Salsa’ Celia Cruz is first Afro-Latina to be honored on...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Celia Cruz, the renowned "Queen of Salsa," has been the first Afro-Latina to appear on a US quarter, ...
Read More
