Parrots Thrive Socially and Emotionally When Taught to Video Chat, Study Shows

Pet parrots can be taught useful skills through technology like video chatting with other parrots.
Isolated parrots experience psychological and social issues that video chatting helps alleviate.
A study found parrots readily learned and enjoyed using tablets to connect with other parrots.
Parrots are highly social animals that bond in large flocks, so video chatting provides needed interaction and enrichment for pet parrots.
Owners should closely supervise parrots using technology and end sessions if the bird shows any distress.