Alex the parrot

Alex the parrot was an African grey parrot known for his remarkable cognitive abilities and communication skills, studied by animal psychologist Dr. Irene Pepperberg. Over 30 years, Alex learned to identify and label various objects, colors, and shapes, demonstrating an understanding of concepts like numerical quantity and even social interaction. His ability to use words meaningfully suggested a level of intelligence comparable to that of a human child. Alex’s research challenged perceptions of animal intelligence, showing that some species possess complex cognitive and communicative abilities previously underestimated in non-human animals.