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SCIENCEJun 1 · 04:00 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLDIan Sample Science editor

Masturbation among birds is ‘natural’ and should not be punished, say experts

A study reveals that masturbation among parrots and other birds is a natural behavior, more common in wild birds than in captivity, and not harmful or stress-related. Experts advise against punishing birds for this activity, contradicting previous recommendations for bird keepers.

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