Backyard Birds That Are Much Smarter Than They Look

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Backyard Birds That Are Much Smarter Than They Look

Pigeons Track Complex Sequences

Ravens Plan for Future Needs

Catbirds Memorize Complex Songs

Blue Jays Plan Ahead With Caches

Woodpeckers Remember Food Locations

Robins Adapt to Human Presence

Mockingbirds Recognize Threats

Nuthatches Use Foraging Toolkits

Cowbirds Track Host Nest Timelines

European Starlings Mimic Human Speech

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Take several minutes to observe birds in a back yard and you will notice that some of them attack seemingly small problems in very creative ways. As researchers continue exploring how birds learn, remember and adapt, everyday visitors like crows, jays and chickadees have sparked growing curiosity. With birdwatching becoming more popular across the U.S., it's a great time to take a closer look at the neighboring feathered friends that may be smarter than they first appear.
 

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