Pet parrots who were taught to make video calls prefer live chats, study finds

Parrots may be able to tell the difference between live and pre-recorded videos. Photo: Getty

Nilima Marshall

New research suggests pet parrots taught to make video calls may prefer live chats with their friends rather than listening to recorded messages.

Scientists at Glasgow University believe this is because the birds may be able to tell the difference between live and pre-recorded videos.