Not bird-brained at all (Singapore)

 

An update on my ex-classmate’s African Grey parrot.  

    Friend says:  "Sparky was figuring out the meanings of certain words.  We have, on occasion, called her cerewek (means fussy).  One day, she proudly announced, ‘Sparky cerewek,’ thinking it's a flattering term.  After the second time calling herself that, Nunung asked if S knew what it meant.  She then explained to S the meaning.  When S realised it was not so flattering, she called out, MUMMY!!!, as if N had bullied her."

    I said, “Wow, that brain of Sparky is so good at processing information (and the logical links).  You should donate it to scientific research after she's gone to Heaven.”

(Singapore, 2024)