12. Goffin’s Cockatoos
Goffin’s cockatoos, native to Indonesia, have demonstrated remarkable tool-making abilities. In laboratory settings, these parrots have been observed crafting tools from materials like wood and cardboard to extract food, showcasing problem-solving skills that rival those of primates. Their inventive tool use is regionally distinctive and provides insights into cultural evolution. For more information, refer to Scientific American: Tool-Using Cockatoos Take Care of Business.