Research shows Palm Cockatoos make their own drum sticks

ABC NEWS (Australia)
ABC NEWS (Australia)
  • 8 months ago
Australia's Palm Cockatoos are known for their love of drumming the males bang rhythmically on trees to attract a mate. A new study has revealed they take great pride in their so called drum sticks designing and even decorating them according to their individual taste.

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