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Alex the African Grey Parrot Irene Pepperberg, an animal psychologist, purchased Alex in 1977 from a pet shop located on the Northwest Side. She began an investigation lasting 30 years that would change our perception of the intelligence of birds. Her research with him challenged the common belief that birds could only mimic human speech with any understanding of what it means. What is Alex? Alex (short form for Avian Learning experiment) was originally an African grey parrot that was purchased from a pet shop. However, over the course of his life, he set trails in animal psychology that were far above anything that was thought to be possible, and he proved that animals are as intelligent as dolphins or primates. Until his death in 2007, Alex was one of the most famous talking birds around the world, appearing on TV programs and scientific reports. In his life, Alex learned over 150 words and was able to recognize the colors, shapes materials, and the sizes of objects. He also understood the meaning behind words something that is not typical for birds. When he heard “grape” it was clear that it was not a plant but a fruit. This was due to the method that Dr. Pepperberg taught him words. She along with a colleague would take on the role of teacher and student. Alex observed and listened. When he heard the correct pronunciation and meaning of the word and was rewarded with the object that went along with it. She also taught Alex the significance of words, rather than just the sounds. This was a novel approach in the sense that it is usually the situation that pet parrots are taught words to be fun only. The owners don't mean what they say when they use a particular word. However with Alex who spoke the word he was using, he was really meaning what he was saying. Many people are enthralled by the fact that Alex could learn so many things however, some scientists have argued that it was unfair to compare him to humans in terms of intelligence. They argued that even though Alex could communicate, he wasn't capable of using logical phrases like “if there is x, then there is y.” Although this is still controversial, the fact remains that Alex laid the groundwork for research into the animal mind and consciousness. Alex was among the world's most famous talking parrots until his death in 2007, at the age of 31. What was Alex's personality like? Alex was an infamous member of a gang who was a fan of brutal actions. He was a popular character despite his violent tendencies and seemed to enjoy his power over his fellow hoodlums. He was a narcissist to two things in his life which was violence and classical music, particularly Beethoven who's music always brought up images of blood and depravity to him. He and his group would drink milk that was that was laced with drugs in order to prepare themselves for “ultraviolence.” Alex's past as a parrot in a pet shop was not exceptional but it served him well. Alex was quick to master words and concepts from his human trainer, Irene Pepperberg. Her research on him over the course of 30 years revolutionized theories about animal cognition, communication and interaction. She acknowledged Alex for teaching her to use the rival model that proved to be useful in other animals as well as children with learning disabilities. After her research with him Dr. Pepperberg went on to study other parrots such as Wart and Griffin. She is now an assistant professor at the University of Washington and continues her pioneering research with birds. As the youngest of the group, Alex is perhaps the most innocent. She's a more of a tween and has been described as being extremely charming. She is also the most avid animal fan in the group. She is often the one who makes peace when Clover and Sam engage in a petty argument (such as “Abductions”) Alex has an extremely self-assured sense of identity which she utilizes to manipulate others. This has led to her getting into conflicts with other gang members, including her longtime enemy Gigi who she blames for spilling a juice on her blanket as a child (“Mime World”) She has also developed a Goth/Emo-style persona. She loves wearing black clothing and write eloquent poems about loss, love, and life (“Boy Bands will be Boy Bands”). The show's creators have stated that her top song is by Seth MacFarlane and she once dated him. What was Alex's intelligence? When Alex was an African grey parrot, first came into animal psychologist Irene Pepperberg's home in 1977, he may be seen as just another pet. Alex revolutionized the research into animal psychology by showing that birds are much more than “rabbit minds.” When Irene Pepperberg first saw him in the pet store, Alex was already an skilled talker. He was able to categorize and identify objects, and identify them and ask for them. He could also express emotions, such as when he was bored or frustrated during training sessions. He would express this to his trainers by placing his head on his cage or vocalizing loudly, “I want a banana.” Alex's intelligence was so advanced that he was able understand and even categorize objects and their colors, shapes and materials. He could also tell the distinction between the plastic bag and a wooden box, as well as measure and compare the quantities of various items. In fact, he even understood the concept of zero, something that humans typically don't comprehend until about the age of four! Alex's abilities were remarkable because unlike other parrots, he understood what he said. He was adept at using his vocabulary of more than 100 words to describe the characteristics of objects, as well as describe their dimensions and materials. He was able to understand analogies and recognize written words, but did not seem to be able to connect them with their spoken language. The majority of parrots learn words, but do not understand their meaning. To teach Alex, Pepperberg and her assistants would play out scenarios that involved the object they wanted him to learn about. This technique is referred to as the rival model and has become a common way to teach animals. In addition to his brain abilities, Alex was a friendly and playful pet who enjoyed interacting with his owners. He often acted as an advisor and cheerleader during training sessions, urging or encouraging them to perform better. He was very observant and was able to discern the emotions of his human friends. He would often jump into the arms of his owner when she was happy and was a clinging to her leg when sad or angry. What was Alex's impact like? In his short lifetime, Alex changed many lives. His legacy is a testimony to his character and determination. He was a role model for a lot of mountain climbers, travellers, and those who wanted to live their lives on their own terms. He taught them you can achieve anything if you put your mind to it. He believed that you can achieve excellence if you don't think about what others think. Chris/Alex was faced with many difficulties throughout his journey. He had to face the loss of his father as well as financial issues and adversity. He was able to conquer all of these challenges by his determination and perseverance. He did not give up on his dream of becoming a mountaineer. He never gave up on his dream of becoming an mountain climber. Even after his passing, he continues to inspire people all over the world. The film Free Solo is a documentary about Alex's life and his amazing climbing accomplishments. This movie has received a lot of critical acclaim and is considered to be one among the top documentaries of all time. It has also won many awards, including the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in the year 2019. In addition to his work with Dr. Pepperberg, Alex also pioneered new avenues in the field of avian intelligence. buy a grey parrot was able to sing more than 100 vocal label for objects and actions. He was also capable of counting up to six object sets and showed math skills that were considered advanced in the day for a bird. He could also communicate with other animals through signs and was able to comprehend a lot of grammar. He utilized a method of teaching called “rival model” which included two trainers who showed the bird what they wanted to teach it. The trainers changed places frequently so that the bird could be capable of interacting with them both and receive praise and attention from each. Alex was named as a National Hero in 2014 by President Barack Obama after the success of Free Solo. Alex was able to accomplish so many things throughout his life due to his strength of character and determination to live his life to the fullest.