These Are The Smartest Animals On The Planet (Besides Humans)

4. Parrots

People have long known that parrots can copy the sounds of people and other animals, but many have pondered if these birds really understand what they're saying or if they're merely saying what they hear. It turns out that these creatures might indeed be able to talk to each other with the phrases they know. Alex the African Grey parrot is a great example because he could tell the difference between different forms and colors. Also, some parrots can create the sound of a doorbell or a cell phone ringing since they know it will make their owners come running into the room.

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