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CNN
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNN
Headbanging birds? How cockatoos get down just like us
Headbanging birds? How cockatoos get down just like us These fine-feathered friends know how to get down. CNN's Channon Hodge explains how dozens of videos on social media helped researchers identify all the ways cockatoos cut a rug. 01:12 - Source: CNN Vertical Trending Now 12 videos Headbanging birds? How cockatoos get down just like us These fine-feathered friends know how to get down. CNN's Channon Hodge explains how dozens of videos on social media helped researchers identify all the ways cockatoos cut a rug. 01:12 - Source: CNN 'Dream come true': LAFC signs Son Heung-min South Korean forward Son Heung-min officially signed with Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) on a permanent transfer. Son was welcomed by chants from the club's passionate fanbase as he walked onto the stage for his unveiling. 01:03 - Source: CNN James Cameron's planned film on Hiroshima and Nagasaki 'a sacred duty' to survivors Film director James Cameron tells CNN's Christiane Amanpour he is adapting the book, "Ghosts of Hiroshima" by Charles Pellegrino into a film that he "has to make" partly because of a pledge he made to Tsutomu Yamaguchi, a survivor of both the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. 02:55 - Source: CNN This man swims with his pet alligator Frau Meyer, an 8-foot-long alligator, is a pet to retired circus performers in Germany. She spends her days living with the Kaulis family, swimming and sunbathing. 01:09 - Source: CNN NHL mascot and player have close call with bear Video posted on X shows The Seattle Kraken's mascot 'Buoy' fishing with teammate John Hayden in Anchorage, Alaska, when they had a close call with a bear. 00:29 - Source: CNN Great Barrier Reef sees record coral bleaching According to the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), parts of the Great Barrier Reef suffered their biggest-ever declines last year after a marine heatwave bleached vast swaths of hard coral. 00:55 - Source: CNN The apartment she bought is perfect. The owner just has to die first There is a morbid loophole that could get you a Paris apartment for half the price. The French viager system is a real estate deal where buyers essentially bet on how long the seller has left to live. 01:50 - Source: CNN Neil deGrasse Tyson reacts to proposal for nuclear power on the moon CNN's Victor Blackwell speaks with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about NASA's desire to make the US the first country to put a nuclear reactor on the moon. 01:51 - Source: CNN Watch brown water gush out of the ceiling at Atlanta airport A ceiling leak at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday has been contained and the source of the leak is being investigated, according to a spokesperson for the airport. The leak did not impact overall airport operations, the spokesperson said. 00:37 - Source: CNN AI puts pressure on recent college grads' first job search From resume bots to automated hiring systems, AI is complicating the job search for recent college grads. The Wall Street Journal's Lindsay Ellis tells CNN's Audie Cornish about the challenges young professionals are facing. 02:01 - Source: CNN Justin Trudeau sings 'Firework' at Katy Perry concert Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was seen singing and dancing at a Katy Perry concert in Montreal in late July. Two days earlier, Trudeau and Perry were seen having dinner together, sparking dating rumors across social media. 00:59 - Source: CNN New research reveals origin of potatoes Scientists traced the lineage of potatoes to a wild genetic fusion about 9 million years ago between a tomato ancestor and a tuberless plant. 01:04 - Source: CNN
CNN
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNN
Headbanging birds? How cockatoos get down just like us
Headbanging birds? How cockatoos get down just like us These fine-feathered friends know how to get down. CNN's Channon Hodge explains how dozens of videos on social media helped researchers identify all the ways cockatoos cut a rug. 01:12 - Source: CNN Vertical Trending Now 12 videos Headbanging birds? How cockatoos get down just like us These fine-feathered friends know how to get down. CNN's Channon Hodge explains how dozens of videos on social media helped researchers identify all the ways cockatoos cut a rug. 01:12 - Source: CNN 'Dream come true': LAFC signs Son Heung-min South Korean forward Son Heung-min officially signed with Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) on a permanent transfer. Son was welcomed by chants from the club's passionate fanbase as he walked onto the stage for his unveiling. 01:03 - Source: CNN James Cameron's planned film on Hiroshima and Nagasaki 'a sacred duty' to survivors Film director James Cameron tells CNN's Christiane Amanpour he is adapting the book, "Ghosts of Hiroshima" by Charles Pellegrino into a film that he "has to make" partly because of a pledge he made to Tsutomu Yamaguchi, a survivor of both the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. 02:55 - Source: CNN This man swims with his pet alligator Frau Meyer, an 8-foot-long alligator, is a pet to retired circus performers in Germany. She spends her days living with the Kaulis family, swimming and sunbathing. 01:09 - Source: CNN NHL mascot and player have close call with bear Video posted on X shows The Seattle Kraken's mascot 'Buoy' fishing with teammate John Hayden in Anchorage, Alaska, when they had a close call with a bear. 00:29 - Source: CNN Great Barrier Reef sees record coral bleaching According to the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), parts of the Great Barrier Reef suffered their biggest-ever declines last year after a marine heatwave bleached vast swaths of hard coral. 00:55 - Source: CNN The apartment she bought is perfect. The owner just has to die first There is a morbid loophole that could get you a Paris apartment for half the price. The French viager system is a real estate deal where buyers essentially bet on how long the seller has left to live. 01:50 - Source: CNN Neil deGrasse Tyson reacts to proposal for nuclear power on the moon CNN's Victor Blackwell speaks with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about NASA's desire to make the US the first country to put a nuclear reactor on the moon. 01:51 - Source: CNN Watch brown water gush out of the ceiling at Atlanta airport A ceiling leak at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday has been contained and the source of the leak is being investigated, according to a spokesperson for the airport. The leak did not impact overall airport operations, the spokesperson said. 00:37 - Source: CNN AI puts pressure on recent college grads' first job search From resume bots to automated hiring systems, AI is complicating the job search for recent college grads. The Wall Street Journal's Lindsay Ellis tells CNN's Audie Cornish about the challenges young professionals are facing. 02:01 - Source: CNN Justin Trudeau sings 'Firework' at Katy Perry concert Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was seen singing and dancing at a Katy Perry concert in Montreal in late July. Two days earlier, Trudeau and Perry were seen having dinner together, sparking dating rumors across social media. 00:59 - Source: CNN New research reveals origin of potatoes Scientists traced the lineage of potatoes to a wild genetic fusion about 9 million years ago between a tomato ancestor and a tuberless plant. 01:04 - Source: CNN
ABC News
3 days ago
- Science
- ABC News
Cockatoos that feel the beat perform 30 distinct dance moves, study shows
Cockatoos can head-bang, body roll and side-step intentionally to music, according to a new study by Charles Sturt University. Researchers have analysed 45 social media videos of cockatoos dancing and identified 30 distinct movements, 17 of which had never been documented before. In the study, published today in the journal PLOS One, researchers found some cockatoos had their own signature moves, unique to each individual, while other species appeared to favour different styles. To further investigate the behaviour of the cockatoos, the research team went beyond the screen and into the field to Wagga Wagga Zoo in New South Wales. There, they studied six cockatoos, including two Major Mitchells, two sulphur-crested cockatoos and two galahs. Over a 20-minute period, each bird experienced either silence, music or a podcast. Lead researcher Natasha Lubke chose the playlist, opting for Avicii's The Nights for the music and She's on the Money for the podcast. "It's a great podcast. We're just educating the birds on their finances," Ms Lubke joked. One particularly enthusiastic Major Mitchell cockatoo made a total of 257 moves in sequence while listening to a 20-minute loop of The Nights. In both parts of the study — the online video analysis and the zoo observation — dancing was observed in 10 of the 21 known cockatoo species in the Cacatuidae family of the parrot species. Many of the dance moves were similar to courtship displays, indicating their dancing may have originated as courtship behaviour that has been redirected towards their owners. Spontaneous dancing in time to music had only been officially recorded in humans until Snowball, the sulphur-crested cockatoo, went viral for dancing to the Backstreet Boys more than a decade ago. In 2019, in a Current Biology study, professor of psychology at Tufts University, Aniruddh Patel, and his colleagues explored Snowball's ability to dance spontaneously, challenging the long-held belief that sophisticated movement to music was uniquely human. The study showed that Snowball developed 16 distinct moves without any formal training to dance. But it was not known if other cockatoos would develop other moves, or if a parrot's dance moves were largely determined by its genetic makeup as a member of a particular species. "By studying dancing to music in numerous parrots across several species, the new study found 17 new moves, and also showed that relatedness between species did not predict how similar the dance moves of different parrots were," Professor Patel said. While it may seem like an amusing curiosity, for scientists it raises many questions. "Why is this behaviour seen in parrots but not in our closest living relatives — chimpanzees and bonobos — when raised by humans?" Professor Patel said. "After all, ape brains are much closer to ours in size and overall structure than parrot brains are, and genetically parrots are more closely related to extinct dinosaurs than to humans." Scientists are developing neuroscientific theories to explain the mystery of why dancing to music emerges without any special training in some human-raised parrots but not in human-raised apes. It's still unclear what motivates cockatoos to dance. Ms Lubke has a theory. "That rules out the theory they're just dancing because people are dancing. I think they're definitely dancing, and it appears to be a form of play behaviour — they're doing it because they're in a positive welfare state." Researchers hope the discovery could lead to new ways to enrich the lives of captive birds — particularly intelligent parrots who may suffer in environments lacking stimulation. "The similarities with human dancing make it hard to argue against well-developed cognitive and emotional processes in parrots," said co-author Rafael Freire, an expert in animal behaviour. "Playing music to parrots may improve their welfare," Professor Freire said. "Further research would be beneficial to determine if music can trigger dance in captive birds and serve as a form of environmental enrichment."
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rescued Baby Parrot Only Wants Cuddles During His First Week in His Forever Home
Rescued Baby Parrot Only Wants Cuddles During His First Week in His Forever Home originally appeared on PetHelpful. It takes a special person to open their heart and home to an animal in need, but rescuing a baby bird requires a whole other level of commitment. Many bird species, like Macaws, African Grey Parrots, and Cockatoos, can outlive their human family members, so they really are signing up for a lifelong commitment. Regardless, rescuing birds can also be one of the most rewarding things that avian moms like Jen ever do! This dedicated bird mom is the head of the @the_green_bird_brigade, her flock of 9 rescue parrots who help entertain and educate others about bird care through cute and resourceful TikTok videos. On June 10, however, Jen introduced her followers to her flock's newest addition, a baby macaw named Pyro. The young parrot may still be getting used to his new forever home, but endless cuddles with Mom and Dad are helping him feel comforted while he adjusts! I've never seen a baby parrot before! Pyro the macaw is positively stunning, from his rainbow of feathers to the affectionate, childlike way he interacts with his parents. It's easy to see why his parents fell for that sweet, feathered face!"He's just a baby?" one commenter asked. "I never realized how big they were. He's very handsome!" Isn't he? Even though he's still very young, Pyro would tower over adults of other bird species. But compared to other macaws, he's still quite small. Even though he's old enough to have his colorful feathers, Pyro is still in the fledgling stage when he learns to fly. Thankfully, his mom and dad are dedicated to helping his wings develop properly, so they practice flying in controlled environments like the bedroom. What a fluffy baby bird! Pyro isn't confident enough to rely on his wings by themselves, but he's learning more and more every day. This quick peek at the bird's training proves to everyone watching that Jen and her husband truly know what they're doing with their rescued pets. They are avian experts and bird lovers to the core, and they'll go above and beyond to ensure their parrots live the best lives possible. Clearly, Pyro couldn't be in better hands. This rescued baby bird's adventure is only beginning, and we can't wait to see what lies ahead. Looking for more PetHelpful updates? Follow us on YouTube for more entertaining videos. Or, share your own adorable pet by submitting a video, and sign up for our newsletter for the latest pet updates and tips. Rescued Baby Parrot Only Wants Cuddles During His First Week in His Forever Home first appeared on PetHelpful on Jun 17, 2025 This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cockatoo Throws Comical Toddler-Style Tantrum When Parents Leave the House
Cockatoo Throws Comical Toddler-Style Tantrum When Parents Leave the House originally appeared on Parade Pets. If you have any kind of pet, you know that leaving the house is kind of a no-no. We have to do it, if only to get they things that they need: where do they think we get their food, their toys? Furthermore, how do they think we pay for it?! On Tuesday, June 10th, one Cockatoo in particular got very upset when his parents left the house to go get dinner. He couldn't believe they were leaving home, and even worse, they probably weren't even going to bring him a treat! Preston the Cockatoo needs to touch some grass! He has it so good in this house: his parents love him, they feed him well, and he has plenty to do. Some birds are living in shelters!Preston is a brave boy, that's for sure. He lives on the Monkey See Monkey Do Ranch, so he's far from the craziest animal there! They have kangaroos, a zebra, and of course some monkeys... For all the crazy animals they have there, though, Preston is certainly the brattiest. He lives in the house, so he gets to spend most of his time around his parents, and it has spoiled him! He gets lots of time out of his cage, and he spends a lot of time getting all up in their business. He's even with them at dinner sometimes, but on this day, they just wanted to enjoy a meal without a bird. Is that too much to ask? Yes, apparently. When they got home, he was cussing them out! This bird is such a diva! If I spoke to my mom that way, I don't even want to know what would happen! Cockatoos are notoriously needy birds: they love their humans. If they don't get enough attention, these birds may quickly become aggressive and even dangerous. A Cockatoo bite really hurts: they can bite through designer handbags, never mind flimsy human skin! Preston was not mad enough at his parents to bite them, but he was pretty darn mad. This poor boy was so lonely! 🐶🐾🐾 Cockatoo Throws Comical Toddler-Style Tantrum When Parents Leave the House first appeared on Parade Pets on Jun 12, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade Pets on Jun 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
