**BREAKING: Feathered Genius Stuns World with Chromatic Prowess**
In a jaw-dropping display of avian aptitude, a brilliant parrot named Polly has shattered the record books by identifying an astonishing 475 different colors in a single sitting. The Guinness World Records committee has officially declared Polly the champion of chromatic cognition, leaving the scientific community squawking with amazement.
According to eyewitnesses, Polly, a 3-year-old African Grey parrot from suburban Chicago, was presented with a dazzling array of colored cards, beads, and even a few painted rocks. With her keen eyes and lightning-quick beak, she rapidly identified each hue with eerie accuracy, often correcting her human handlers when they dared to disagree.
“I was blown away by Polly’s abilities,” said Dr. Jane Smith, a leading expert in avian intelligence. “I’ve studied some of the smartest birds on the planet, but this parrot is a certified genius. I mean, who needs a Ph.D. when you can identify 475 shades of blue?”
Polly’s owner, 32-year-old Sarah Johnson, beamed with pride as she described her feathered friend’s remarkable talent. “Polly has always been a bit of a prodigy. She learned to mimic human speech at just 6 months old and has been rattling off Shakespearean sonnets since she was a chick. But this color thing? That’s just ridiculous.”
As news of Polly’s achievement spread, the Guinness World Records team descended upon the Johnson household to verify the claims. After conducting an exhaustive series of tests, they officially awarded Polly the title of “Most Colors Identified by a Bird in a Single Sitting.”
Polly’s reaction to her newfound fame was characteristically humble. When asked for a statement, she simply cocked her head, puffed out her chest, and declared, “Squawk! Colors are easy. Now, can someone please pass the crackers?”
**UPDATE:** Polly has announced plans to release a line of color-themed merchandise, with proceeds going to support avian research and cracker subsidies. When asked about her future plans, Polly quipped, “Squawk! World domination, one rainbow at a time.”
