Parrots, along with ravens, crows, jays, and magpies, are among the most intelligent birds, and the ability of some species to imitate human speech enhances their popularity as pets.[from wikipedia]

With their exotic shape, color and design, these sensational tulips resemble their namesake tropical birds. Parrot tulips are the largest and most spectacular of all tulips. Frilled, ruffled and flared petals are splashed and striped with brilliant color combinations that are unlike those of any other tulip. [from k van bourgonian]