I used to describe them as monkeys with wings... ...and built-in Swiss army knives, to tourists. Because their beaks are amazingly versatile. They've been obser

I used to describe them as monkeys with wings... ...and built-in Swiss army knives, to tourists. Because their beaks are amazingly versatile. They've been observed removing screws with them. But I love how their cleverness is directly tied to the harshness of their habitat - they're the only alpine parrot, and they survive solely on their wits and their incessant curiosity, to them, everything must be investigated as a potential food source. ...or as a potential fun source, they do love a good time.