Animals often have quirky and amusing behaviors that can leave us laughing, even when they have no idea they’re being funny. Our pets, especially, are great at this—they always know how to bring a smile to our faces! Just like us, they sometimes try hard to blend in, seeking a sense of belonging. It’s something both animals and humans share. Think back to your school days; wasn’t fitting in a big deal back then? Well, it turns out animals have a similar instinct!
Have you ever noticed your dog mimicking something you do? Dogs, much like humans, are social creatures and often mimic those around them to feel connected. This might explain some of the silly things they do—they just want to be like us! And it’s not just dogs; other animals do this too, even species you wouldn’t expect.
For example, there’s a viral video featuring a cockatoo who demonstrates this behavior. Cockatoos are known for their intelligence, often solving puzzles and even imitating human speech. Their lively personalities make them beloved pets. But what happens when a cockatoo lives with a group of animals that are very different from it, like cats?
Well, this particular cockatoo decides the best way to fit in is by mimicking the cats! Just like dogs imitate their human companions, this bird copies the sounds of the cats. Cockatoos have an incredible ability to replicate sounds, and this one chooses to meow! According to Irene Pepperberg, a research associate at Harvard, “In the wild, parrots use their vocal prowess to share important information and fit in with the flock.”
In the video, the cockatoo confidently walks up to the cats and starts meowing. And here’s the best part—it meows so well that it’s hard to tell it apart from an actual cat! The bird struts around, meowing just like one of the group, and the poor cats are clearly baffled. You can almost see their confusion: “Why does this strange feathered thing sound exactly like me?”
The cockatoo even gets bold, sticking its beak right in the cats’ faces, meowing at them as if to say, “I’m one of you!” By the end of the clip, it’s as if the cats have reluctantly accepted this “weird white cat” as one of their own. The cockatoo has managed to integrate itself into the group, despite its feathers and beak. It’s no longer the odd one out—it’s part of the family now. And to top it off, it might just meow better than the actual cats!
These poor kitties were rescued from an animal cruelty case where they were starved, locked in cages with inches of feces, and received no water or food. Now, these cats need your help!
This hilarious cockatoo’s antics are a perfect reminder of how animals, much like humans, will go to great lengths to fit in with those around them. We can’t wait to see what other impressions this clever bird comes up with next!