The researchers studied two types of parrot – the African grey and the Blue-headed macaw. Both species were eager to trade a metal token with a researcher in exchange for a nut treat.

Several parrot species face bans on pet ownership globally due to endangerment or invasive potential. The Pesquet’s Parrot, ...

Two African grey parrots exchanging a token. Anastasia Krasheninnikova Blue-headed macaws, another type of parrot, took the same test and weren’t as likely to pass along a token to their ...

A female endangered African grey parrot, rescued from the illegal pet trade, now has three chicks. Blue-throated macaws Lily and Margot took flight on Monday and have not been seen since.

Good morning. I'm Michel Martin. A West African grey parrot is back with its owner after being stolen three years ago in France. Recently, someone in Marseille tried to sell the parrot ...