Palm cockatoo: Why a unique ‘drumming’ bird is in peril
The palm cockatoo is thought to be the only bird species to use tools musically – drumming wood to attract a mate.
Found only in Australia and neighbouring New Guinea, the species is facing a dramatic population decline, scientists say.
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