Why Are Parrots Smarter Than Other Birds?

Source: Gizmodo

Parrots are pretty smart, but why exactly is that?

Research suggests parrots have a larger brain circuit for higher-order thinking, which is surprisingly mammal-like.

Parrots can build tools, recognize themselves in a mirror, and understand object permanence...

...as well as being capable of vocal learning and expression.

So human and bird brains are not as different as you might think!