Training Three Parrots Can Be Silly

Apollo's been very "selectively cooperative" since hitting puberty, so we train/practice on his terms.
Apollo is our 2 year-old African Grey parrot we've had since December 2020.
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[@PepperoniMilkshake]

I love how Apollo does a dance when he knows he's being silly 🤣

[@ApolloandFrens]

The trademark "goober" dance

[@MelpomeneAlchemist]

I was literally just thinking this 😂😂😂❤️‍🔥

[@floatingeyeballs44]

He made a joke.

[@clarkmeyer7211]

to me he was chuckling at his joke haha.

[@reformCopyright]

Animals joking is *amazing!*

[@akatYouT]

My man is single handedly the biggest purchaser of pistachios outside of the wholesale market

[@annehaight9963]

I hope they don't have an Amazon Echo. Apollo will just order 50 pounds of them to be delivered 2-day Prime.

[@dudemorris7769]

Any one who has a grey keeps them in business.

[@Yourlocalbacterium]

2:39 Dalton: “What’s this made of?” Apollo: “Wario” Dalton: “No! What’s this made of?” Apollo: “Shruck” *dances* 😂

[@yinx4ts883]

I think it meant Shrek 🧐

[@Yourlocalbacterium]

@@yinx4ts883 he said Shrock before, so he’s probably guessing

[@Nyan_Kitty]

I bet he meant "shrug" 🧐🧐🧐

[@Yourlocalbacterium]

It’s still funny tho

[@dudemorris7769]

It’s rock & shrek from learning them together.

[@HajudinStar]

"what is your wisdom?" "If your pistash.. is too big for your beak, it's probably not yours." "That's good wisdom "

[@TheSquidulous]

You, you are a funny man.

[@Catherine_Yong]

Dog of wisdom

[@MonolophosaurusEnj0yer]

I find it interesting that Apollo checks that metal lid a few times, hears the things he associates with glass, and then insists. Really shows how our sense of touch can help us identify objects while having only the noises of hitting an object form Apollo’s understanding.

[@s0urkandies67]

Birds can feel with their beak so he might be using that too

[@ApolloandFrens]

We think it's the resonance that makes him strongly ID it as glass, for objects like that bowl if we hold it in such a way that deadens the vibration he will be much more likely to call it metal with the reverse also being true. The same holds true for our pyrex bowls. Testing it further might be a good idea for a video.

[@NitroIndigo]

Reminds me of a video where a 2-year-old insists that a donkey is a cow because of its pattern.

[@azuill1126]

I wonder if the reflection might also have a part in it?

[@PageShearling]

The way apollo bobs his head after he jokes is so cute. It's like his way of laughing.

[@boonie144]

(Whats this made of?) him: *shrek* Also him: *vibing to how smart he is*

[@dontspikemydrink9382]

not how this format works

[@PointsofData]

I understand why you can't accept it, but I firmly believe Shrek is a perfect answer to any question. I also am delighted that Shrek seems to be Apollo's go to word for when he's feeling spicy.

[@Krotas_DeityofConflicts]

I think he loves the word "Shrock" he always dance after he says it😂

[@shellythom7248]

Think Apollo got tired of being asked the same question after only two times. On the third he said shrek and laugh that’s smart. Wow I don’t know much about birds but that seems like a very smart bird to me.

[@beatricerobidoux9585]

I once researched the brain development process behind humour and yes using humour as a mechanism for expressing being annoyed is very advanced (in humans it appears by 13-14 years old minimum)

[@o.o.4238]

"What made of?" "Shrek" then just cackles. Funny guy.

[@boonie144]

Aw man

[@hauntedshadowslegacy2826]

3:42 Something I noticed: When Apollo tries to figure out what something is made of, he hits it with his beak. The glass goblet made an echo-y ring when he hit it. The metal scrap did not. However, the metal *dish* made an echo-y ring. That's probably why he thought the metal dish was made of glass. Parrots being such good vocal mimics means they lean toward associations based on sound. Sort of like how Apollo hears 'what made of', test-hits the object, then makes a sound he's known to associate with the sound of the object he hit, I've heard other parrots complete phrases started by human companions. A parrot named Gizmo likes to say 'whatcha gonna do' when his human says 'bad bird' (a reference to the intro song for COPS).

[@ellen4356]

His confidence that the bowl is made of GLASS: 💯

[@_Oh-deer_]

I love that he can do the phone notification sound. I can see how that would get really confusing but funny on a daily basis!

[@imakedamoney420smokeweed]

You will NEVER be a man!!!!!!!

[@Tinlion09]

Talking parrots are a great deterrent to IoT voice assistant devices. Your gray parrot hears you giving commands to Alexa, and it's all over. Your Amazon shopping list is now a graveyard of "easy water" and "big tofu." Or "wanna-earn-a-pistash" and "shhurrrROCK" in Apollo's case.

[@sodiumqueen]

3:10 Soleil’s lil jump so cute

[@rebekahdavis5935]

He always uses Shrek as his little joke lol I LOVE how he laughs at himself. He's so smart and cute

[@Talkshowhost23]

*SHROK* 🕺 🕺 🕺

[@Crawver]

While it seems he doesn't have a perfectly clear grasp of what the words mean, the fact that he has built up this level of association of words to phrases and objects really is impressive. He is so well trained, and an absolute joy to watch.

[@ThatWildcard]

He's still on the level of a small child. Thats how humans learn language at first too.

[@via_negativa6183]

Half the time, I think he is just being defiant and says the wrong words on purpose.

[@Tyrrituil]

@@via_negativa6183 I wonder where he will plateau at

[@kayleighwukovich8318]

From what I've heard I'm pretty sure Apollo is still pretty young, so with time hopefully it will improve

[@ThatWildcard]

@@Tyrrituil he's gonna run for president in a few years

[@ranproxy6912]

2:39 Apollo has a great sense of humor.

[@bradkriebel9774]

I’m convinced sometimes Apollo intentionally says the wrong thing then laughs to himself be shaking his head.😊

[@Avarice666]

If that bowl isn't made of glass it damn well better be after Apollo has deemed it so! 🤣😂

[@user-ce9xn3od4z]

It seems like he does the dance every time he trolls you 😂 so clever!

[@YuBeace]

I love how the echoey noise of the bowl makes him believe it’s glass.

[@DuckC]

2:40 apollo is trolling lol

[@TheJackCoffee]

we do a little bit of shrock

[@Talkshowhost23]

I’m just in love with hiss **GLASS**

[@xyz7572]

G L A S S 🗿

[@burynice289]

Up next: Apollo learning quantum mechanics

[@asc11T0ast3r]

After that: Apollo creates a rocket powerful enough to reach mars

[@unmellowthegamer8946]

It's cute how the sisters are particular about where they eat.

[@Here_This]

Sometimes it looks as if Apollo purposely says a wrong answer and laughes about his joke ( when he is dancing after his answer ) . 😄💕

[@coffinpaws]

I love how he was cooperating until his best friend Wario showed up

[@bonnielucas3244]

Very nice birdie parenting. That metal bowl is kind of confusing with its sound and feel. Very sweet

[@Cringechanneloffical]

I love how he makes random sounds

[@jmblazer72]

He needs a marketing deal with Wonderful Pistachios.

[@BreadsticksfromOliveGarden]

I love how Apollo randomly says the Snapchat notification sound

[@exposingproxystalkingorgan4164]

The parrot dance is totally fascinating and adorable. I can watch this all day. 😂

[@javierlopez9789]

"Wanna earn a pistachio? " Apollo: Im not gonna say anything but my silence means yes

[@puekjh]

2:39 THE DANCE

[@90boiler]

Apollo has few unread push notifications

[@Ceci_et_Cela]

It seems like Apollo is trying to be funny when he says the wrong answer then bobs his head up and down 😂 I love Apollo.

[@livaugirard3383]

If his beak check says GLASS then the bowl is made of GLASS duh 🤷‍♀️

[@Mr_APeezy]

The way Apollo turned his nose up to the lowly pecan. 🐦 😪 😂😂

[@NLBanana]

I love how he makes the notifications lol

[@patriciaschuster1371]

Aren't our bird friends so intelligent? I have a Gray and Indian Ringneck, and am constantly amazed at their smarts!

[@biankalatoma4775]

Do you ever give Apollo neck scratches because they adore affection like that x

[@AmaratMamu]

When he asked Apollo twice the color black...the 2nd time had a face of: I already told you... lol

[@hugbloom2664]

Dalton: Piece of pecan? Apollo: eerrhh! (where's my pistash?)

[@raleighs]

Smart! 🧠 love to to see how advanced his training will go.

[@MrAndersonLP]

I love the sound effect he does for shake

[@budgiestar3609]

Not only do you take excellent care of your birbs, you've taught them well too 🤣 It's a joy to watch Apollo, especially when he's being silly. He's da *shrock* birb! Meanwhile, my budgies still enjoy flying onto my face and biting my fingers. (They're not super tame, especially since they're in a large outdoor aviary with a whole flock of the bois, but they enjoy anything to do with messing around, lol.)

[@GoodEggs]

Apollo: does stand up comedy and acrobatics for a snack Girls: 🤬 SCREME for SNAck

[@auricia201]

02:17 XD that's actually a good question "What's this called" and then "do you want it?" Since he already knows how to say Pistash ^^

[@felixthegreater]

I adore how he makes the loud, sharp bang/pop sound whenever he shakes hands))

[@lisapalacio2941]

Most parents fear stepping on Legos, somehow I think that pistachio shells are on par for birdie parents.

[@fart676]

Apollo looks exactly like my bird Coco

[@shaneakirk6931]

Awww love how he says black lol they're so smart and beautiful

[@JaQba91]

2:41 This sound could be a signal that „Shrock” is incoming.

[@tryingtodobetterotto9616]

Imagine if you could get him to teach his own kids these things. That would be the ultimate knowledge loop

[@darlenefraser3022]

Really, when Apollo saw the glass he hit it with his beak to hear it. When he bopped the shiny metal bowl, the sound was very similar to the glass and the surface is reflective, too. I can see why he's calling the metal glass. That also shows high IQ, in my book anyways.

[@bold810]

Guys? How does Apollo feel about Cashews or Hazelnuts? Are you secretly keeping this knowledge from them?? ☺️☺️💕💕❤️

[@ApolloandFrens]

Nobody likes cashews for whatever reason and haven't tried hazelnuts. I'd wager they're too hard to open but would be accepted if we crack them a bit to make it easier.

[@huehuecoyotl2]

@@ApolloandFrens I'm with them, Cashews are not good.

[@dontspikemydrink9382]

@@huehuecoyotl2 they are

[@DonQChooChoo]

You guys need a shirt that says "Keep Calm and Touch Purple"

[@FreeTheOne1996]

What a fantastic personality you are Apollo 😂❤

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Lol Apollo makes the Google assistant beep.

[@CrackpotPatriot]

Seemed like when he actually touched it with his tongue, he tasted it was metal instead of glass.

[@Cheshire_Cat_007]

When he gets an answer wrong he says "shhrek" 😂

[@Wolfmaedchen]

"Jesus Christ I´m TELLING you its glass, if you´re so clever why ask me for help in the first place? Humans..."

[@infinitejest441]

Apollo holding out for the pistach. 😂

[@Pocky_Fox]

Dalton: What's this made of? Me: Glass! Damn I'm good.

[@__MPires__]

Shrok needs to be a thing. Love it when he says it 😆

[@PERBLOXIAN.]

I like how Apollo in The end of the video just beeped

[@WhiteGoldGarga888]

Show him a pistash and ask "whar's this?" 😁 really curious about that

[@AgitatedRivetingTtotT]

there really needs to be Apollo bang sound compilation

[@hugbloom2664]

Is that his sound at 2.42? What a cool sound!

[@hugbloom2664]

I could imagine Tori making a remix song where Apollo's bang sound is the drum beat.

[@XxBelle21Xx]

“What’s this made of” ………. Apollo - “Shrooooook” 😂

[@aguythatworkstoomuch4624]

You guys really take awesome care of your birds!!!! And you’ve taught them so much! Great work guys. Love this channel. Keep up the great videos!

[@stephenheffren4324]

Such an enthralling creature!

[@muhammetdenizuk]

So sweet sound saying metal 😄

[@michellesmith702]

Apollo 💢ing for Ophelia's shake 🤭

[@TheSquidulous]

very serious. especially at 2:39

[@SimBits]

Apollo is such a troll, I love him lol

[@igotdembombs]

I interpreted him saying glass as him being bored of the question or something.

[@Mark-th1gn]

I am having so much fun with these videos! Thanks a lot. Impressive what they can do!

[@feralcyborggaming1531]

"What's this made of?" "Shrek" Good bird.

[@suedavis7451]

I love Apollo dancing!!!

[@sweptashore]

Apollo's shake includes bonus *laser*

[@RobertCuillo]

The names for the girls are do perfect.

[@lilsprugga]

Apollo's "cuckoo" whistle is cute

[@donnygrande3662]

my allegiance is to Apollo , he is a Great bird , there is no Competition between Parrots ! Love Namaste Best

[@otsu3011]

3:10 the tiny jump 😭😭😭😭

[@poisonshroom64]

I'm really interested to know what he thinks that door closing sound means

[@Shabriri_the_reviled]

I love the care you show them and the area od range they have to roam

[@suedavis7451]

Class every day. Your turn dad.

[@eschwarz1003]

Touch Shreck. "But I Want Wario"

[@michealdoor7035]

Ofelia & Soleil are so dam cute

[@ladypalomino3151]

I love and adore Parrots as I also have an Amazon Parrot. I learn from you guys. Thank you.

[@Nyan_Kitty]

It's so much fun watching these videos =D So glad I found this channel!

[@wayverleesoulsong]

The fact he favored Wario over Shrek, he’s such a smart bird

[@BJGvideos]

That black paper totally looked grey to me. It's the same color as Apollo.

[@shonagiffen4913]

Apollo is amazing !

[@cheeseaddict]

Apollo should learn how to control an aircraft

[@ApolloandFrens]

he is the aircraft

[@isaburgertank]

T O U C H S H R E K

[@totodos]

i love his shrek dance 🤣

[@hellokittysays6333]

I just walk around my house saying touch color black