problem solving with tools

[Laurasea]

just for fun

Scientists Teach Cockatoos to Play 'Golf', Showing Off The Birds' Clever Tool Use

Goffin's cockatoos have edged parrots closer to corvids in the battle of the brainiest birds, by revealing their extraordinary ability to use composite tools. Using more than one tool simultaneously played a huge role in humanity's technological development, but it's a skill that's rarely been...

www.sciencealert.com

 

[Laurasea]

I identify with the one who got so frustrated they shook the cage till the treat popped out. You are my birb

 

[Scott]

Fascinating, not at all surprised! I've watched Goffin's "wheels turning" observation mode for decades. Problem solving abilities and physical dexterity most iimpressive!

 

[Deleted member 42416]

I have seen tool making even in budgies! We had budgies in the past that made “spears” with very nicely pointed tips from a natural wood branch. For many years they used the tips for deep head scritchies, especially during molts. All save one have since passed, but this was absolutely tool making!

 

[wrench13]

Hmmm, food for thought with Salty.