Birds brains are a bit of a mystery. Despite the small size of their noggins, parrots and corvids show remarkable intelligence, solving some puzzles as well as primates.
If you've ever witnessed a starling tear open a rubbish bag or a grackle steal your dog's food, you'll understand that certain birds have figured out how to take advantage of new eating possibilities, which is a strong indication of their intelligence.
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