From 223152d619cf3b513dd63ec552884ef85e77ae07 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: africangreyparrot5664 Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2025 19:58:15 +0800 Subject: [PATCH] Add 'See What Alex The African Grey Parrot Tricks The Celebs Are Utilizing' --- ...-Parrot-Tricks-The-Celebs-Are-Utilizing.md | 55 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 55 insertions(+) create mode 100644 See-What-Alex-The-African-Grey-Parrot-Tricks-The-Celebs-Are-Utilizing.md diff --git a/See-What-Alex-The-African-Grey-Parrot-Tricks-The-Celebs-Are-Utilizing.md b/See-What-Alex-The-African-Grey-Parrot-Tricks-The-Celebs-Are-Utilizing.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..4f9cd44 --- /dev/null +++ b/See-What-Alex-The-African-Grey-Parrot-Tricks-The-Celebs-Are-Utilizing.md @@ -0,0 +1,55 @@ +[Alex the African Grey Parrot](https://charmingafricangreyparrotforsale.com/) + +Irene Pepperberg, an animal psychologist, purchased Alex in 1977 from a pet shop in the Northwest Side. She began a 30-year study that would alter our perception of the intelligence of avian species. Her research with Alex disproved the belief that birds could only imitate human language without understanding meaning. + +What is Alex? + +In the beginning, Alex (short for Avian Learning Experiment) was a normal African grey parrot that was purchased from a pet store. Over the course of his lifetime, he broke new ground in animal psychology, and proved that animals are as intelligent as primates or dolphins. In 2007 when he passed away, Alex was one of the most famous talking birds around the world, appearing on TV shows and in scientific reports. + +Alex was able to identify the shapes, colors and materials as well as the quantities of objects. Alex also understood the meaning behind words, a feat which was uncommon for birds. When he was able to hear "grape", he knew that it was not a vegetable but it was a fruit. Dr. Pepperberg taught Alex words in a way that made him comprehend them. She and her assistant were able to play the roles of students and teachers, and Alex was watching the actions and was attentive to the explanations. When he listened to the correct pronunciation and definition of the word the word, he was awarded the object associated with it. + +She also taught Alex the significance of words, rather than just the sounds. This was a novel approach, since pet parrots usually only learn words to enhance their novelty. The owners don't care about what they say when they use a certain word. However in the case of Alex when he spoke a certain word, he truly meant what he said. + +Many people are enthralled by the fact that Alex could learn so many things, some scientists have argued that it is unfair to compare Alex to humans in terms of intelligence. They have argued that while Alex was capable of communicating but he didn't have the ability to work with logic-based expressions such as "if you have x, then you have y." + +Although this is still controversial, the fact remains that Alex set the foundation for studies into animal intelligence and consciousness. Alex was one of the most famous and well-known talking parrots until his passing in 2007, at the age of 31. + +What was Alex's personality? + +Alex was a violent member of a gang who loved brutal actions. He was a likable character despite his violent tendencies and seemed to be enjoying his influence over fellow hoodlums. He was a narcissist to two things in his life which was violence and classical music, particularly Beethoven and his songs, which always evoked images of blood and depravity for him. The group would drink milk laced with drugs to prepare themselves for "ultraviolence." + +Alex's non-remarkable experience as an African Grey parrot at a pet store was a great help. Alex was quick to master words and concepts from his human trainer, Irene Pepperberg. Her research over thirty years on him revolutionized theories of animal cognition, communication and interaction. She credits Alex with teaching her how to apply the model that worked for all animals and children with learning disabilities. + +After her work with him, Dr. Pepperberg went on to conduct studies with other parrots such as Wart and Griffin. She is now a professor at the University of Washington, where she continues her pioneering research with birds. + +Alex is the tiniest of the group and is the most playful. She's a kind of a tomboy, and is described as very ticklish. She is also the most avid animal fan in the group. She is often the one who makes peace when Clover and Sam get into meaningless arguments (such as "Abductions") + +Alex has an extremely strong sense of self which she utilizes to manipulate others. This has led her into many conflicts with other members of the gang, such as her long-time foe Gigi Hollingsworth, whom she blames for spilling juice all over her blanket when she was an infant ("Mime World"). She has also developed an Emo/Goth-like personality and loves dressing in black and writing poems about loss and love ("Boy Bands Will Be Boy Bands"). The writers of the show have said that Seth MacFarlane's song is her favorite and that she dated him. + +What was Alex's intelligence? + +Alex, the African grey parrot that Irene Pepperberg first met in 1977, could have appeared to be just another pet. However, over the subsequent 30 years, Alex helped revolutionize the field of animal psychology, proving that birds are not just "rabbit brains." + +When Irene Pepperberg first saw him at the pet shop, Alex was already an skilled and proficient talker. He could categorize and rename objects, as well as identify and request them. He could also express feelings, such as when he was bored or frustrated during training sessions. He would inform his trainers of this by putting his chin on his cage, or shouting out loudly "I would like a banana." + +Alex's brain was so sophisticated that he was able recognize and even categorize objects according to their colors, shapes and materials. He was also able to discern a distinction between a wooden box and a plastic bag, and count and compare the amounts of different objects. In fact, he was able to comprehend the concept of zero, something humans don't usually grasp until the age of four! + +What made Alex's skills so impressive was that, unlike other parrots, he truly understood what was being said. Alex could use his more than 100 words to describe, request and refuse objects as well as communicate the dimensions and materials. He even showed an understanding of analogies and was able to recognize the written form of words - though he did not seem to connect these with spoken counterparts. + +Most parrots are taught words however they don't know the meaning behind these words. Pepperberg and her assistants carried out scenarios that involved the object they wanted Alex to master. This method is called the rival model and has become a popular method to teach animals. + +In addition to his cognitive abilities, Alex was a friendly and playful dog who enjoyed interacting with his owners. He was often a mentor and cheerleader in the training sessions. He would encourage his owners or encourage them to be better. He was extremely attentive, and he was able to discern the emotions of his human friends. He often jumped into the arms of his owner when she was happy and clung to her leg when sad or angry. + +What was Alex's influence? + +In his short lifetime, Alex changed many lives. His legacy is a testimony to his strength of character and determination. He was a source of inspiration for many travelers, mountain climbers, and people who aspired to live life in their own way. He taught them that they can accomplish anything if put your mind to it. He believed that if you do not care what others think of you, you can achieve excellence. + +Through his life, Chris/Alex had to face many challenges. He had to deal with the loss of his father, financial difficulties, and adversity. He was able overcome every obstacle with his determination and perseverance. He never gave up on his goal of becoming a mountaineer. He did not give up on his dream of becoming a mountain climber. + +Even after his death, he continues inspiring people around the world. The film Free Solo is a documentary about Alex's life and his amazing climbing accomplishments. This movie has received lots of praise from critics and is considered one of the top documentaries of all time. It has been awarded numerous awards including the Academy Award in 2019 for Best Documentary Feature. + +In addition to his work with Dr. Pepperberg, Alex also pioneered new avenues of the field of avian intelligence. Alex was able to sing more than 100 vocal labels for objects and actions. He was also capable of counting up to six sets of objects and showed math skills that were quite advanced in the day for birds. + +He could also communicate with other animals through signs and had a good understanding of grammar. He employed an approach to training known as "rival model," which involved two trainers modeling to the bird what they wanted to learn. The trainers would change places frequently so that the bird was in a position to interact with both of them and receive attention and rewards from each of them. + +Alex was named as a National Hero in 2014 by President Barack Obama after the success of Free Solo. Alex was able to accomplish so many things throughout his life due to his determination of character, as well as his desire to live his life according to his own terms. \ No newline at end of file