Parrots Have Voice-Prints Like Humans-Heres How Urban Birds Find Their Flock

New research reveals monk parakeets, aka Quaker parrots, use unique vocal fingerprints to stand out in noisy cities.

The Discovery in Barcelona’s Skies

Scientists tracked 229 wild monk parakeets in Barcelona for two years, recording **5,599 calls** to answer a burning question:  

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The Future of Migration: Adapting to a New World ~ Stuarts Story Chapter 2

Let’s imagine for a moment that Stuart is the adventurous type. Perhaps he’s one of the first starlings to realize that his traditional wintering grounds are getting a bit too crowded—or a bit too warm—for comfort. So, he decides to strike out in a new direction, maybe heading further north than any starling has before.

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The Case of the Mysterious Green Feathers: Stuart’s Detective Days ~ Stuarts Story Chapter 4

Now, let me tell you about the time Stuart found himself in the middle of a mystery that would have stumped even the sharpest detectives. Yes, you heard that right—Stuart the starling, with his flair for adventure and knack for getting into (and out of) trouble, once dabbled in a bit of sleuthing. And as you might expect, it was anything but ordinary.

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