Exploring the intelligence and social characteristics of pet birds, particularly focusing on parrots known for mimicking speech and engaging in complex behaviors. The chapter highlights the appeal of forming emotional bonds with these animals but also addresses challenges such as noise and the responsibility of caring for birds as pets.
The age-old tradition of keeping pet birds in China is undergoing a remarkable transformation, as a growing number of young people embrace a more interactive, emotionally-connected approach to avian companionship. What's behind this resurgence in pet bird ownership? Tune in for an in-depth discussion about this trend from a bird's-eye view. / Embracing singlehood with divorce rings (16:05). On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill