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JOY Drive

28 Aug 2025

Sean Dooley: Cockatoos, Dance Moves and the Joy of Play

Animals, Natural Sciences

Sean Dooley: Cockatoos, Dance Moves and the Joy of Play

New research shows cockatoos have at least 30 distinct dance moves and they might do it simply for fun. Sean Dooley explains what this discovery reveals about cockatoo intelligence, wellbeing, and the surprisingly playful side of Australia’s cheekiest birds.

Guest: Sean Dooley, National Public Affairs Manager at BirdLife Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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