[The bird was more than happy to hop over- further exploration at this level!

Turo's head tipped, free hand rested in the pocket of his lab coat at that side, notebook still held well within the other.]

You could say a mix of the bird's own curiosity, and that I am used to working hands on with all sorts of creatures. I studied the creatures of my world for many years, on top of other scientific research that caught my interest. [Technically true-

He also knew he made for a good perch, once something was used to his presence.]