For pet owners, especially people introducing new birds or social animals, this research is surprisingly helpful. It shows ...

M aking new friends can be awkward. Whether you’re a student at a new school, an empty nester looking to get out more, or a monk parakeet, nobody wants to embarrass themselves or get mixed up with a ...

Making new friends has its challenges, even for birds. Researchers at the University of Cincinnati found that monk parakeets ...

Parakeets don’t rush friendship. New research shows they test early interactions to minimize risk and build safe, lasting ...

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