Get to know this charming little animal in today’s instalment of furry fun facts! Image: Canva
Furry Fun Fact of the Day: Do parrots eat with their feet?
Discover daily furry fun facts. Whether adorable or kind of gross, our pets never cease to amaze us. Join us in exploring their world!
Get to know this charming little animal in today’s instalment of furry fun facts! Image: Canva
Welcome, fellow pet enthusiasts, to the Furry Fun Fact of the Day!
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Pets can do all sorts of crazy – and wonderful – things, can’t they? We bet you discover new things about them daily.
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Do parrots eat with their feet?
Parrots, renowned for their intelligence and dexterity, exhibit fascinating behaviour when it comes to eating—they use their feet. This remarkable feat is a testament to the adaptability and versatility of these avian creatures. Parrots possess zygodactyl feet, meaning they have four toes on each foot, with two facing forward and two facing backward. This unique foot structure enables them to grasp and manipulate objects with remarkable precision. When it comes to mealtime, parrots often hold their food with one foot while using their beak to nibble and consume it.
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