Scientists have long known cockatoos have rich social lives. But it turns out, those lives are particularly complex — and musically creative — when it comes to courtship. In a study recently published ...

Cockatoos are famous for their uncanny ability to mimic human speech. But did you know that these fascinating birds are also highly competent at making the sounds of other animals? Take the colorful ...

As a mom to a human and a mom to various pets, I can confirm that the animals in my home have a lot in common with the kid in my home, and that was even more true during her toddler years. They always ...

Moluccan cockatoos are highly affectionate birds that build a deep bond with their owners as they love socializing and interacting with humans. These qualities make them a great choice as a pet, ...

One of the absolute most wonderful bird moms and bird adoption advocates and educators is Wendy Albright, who has rescued five Cockatoos and other birds, some with special health challenges. Wendy is ...

Cockatoos are famously fans of music, and some will even dance (or sing along) with their favorite songs. Most of the time, this is happening when they're listening to music that's been recorded, but ...

A study exploring dance behaviors in captive cockatoos has found that these birds have an impressive repertoire of 30 distinct moves—and some are even able to make their own choreographs by combining ...

In an impressive feat of rapid urban adaptation, sulphur-crested cockatoos have worked out how to use their feet and their large bodies to twist the tap handles of drinking fountains in order to ...

Like teenage Romeos toting sticker-plastered guitar cases, male palm cockatoos show that romancing a crush with a love song isn’t just about music — it’s also about style. This video from 2017 shows ...