Parrot

Medium to carve

The only bird that can eat with its foot like a hand.

Tropical and subtropical forests in South America, Africa, and Australasia

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Fun facts about the Parrot

Parrots are among the most intelligent birds on Earth, capable of solving puzzles, using tools, and understanding concepts like zero. African grey parrots can have vocabularies of over 1,000 words and use them in context. Their curved beak is powerful enough to crack macadamia nuts — the hardest nut in the world. Some parrot species live over 80 years, outliving their owners.

Carving the Parrot

The Parrot offers a moderate challenge: it has both broad areas to clear quickly and fine details that reward a careful hand. Start with the gouge on large negative-space areas.

Switch to the chisel for the mid-range details, and finish any thin protrusions with the knife. Use a Peek if you lose track of the proportions.

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