Scientists discover parrots may actually use names

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Jun 14, 2026, 1:26 am91 ptsTrending
Parrots may be doing more than just repeating words—they may actually use names. By analyzing hundreds of recordings from pet parrots, researchers found evidence that many birds use specific names to identify particular people, animals, and even individual companions. Some parrots appeared to refer to someone…

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