Your Bird Isn’t Just Copying You — The Brain Science Behind How Birds Learn to Sing

Countless YouTube videos feature pet birds singing and talking to their owners. Although it may seem like simple mimicry, ...
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Zebra finches’ social experiences alter their genomic DNA, changing ability to learn

Asst. Prof. Sarah London has long appreciated zebra finches for their unique learning characteristics. The males learn from another male tutor, but their ability to memorize the tutor’s song is ...