What evolutionary pressures would lead to being skilled at counting and basic arithmetic?

Let's say we came across a new species of moderately intelligent birds. Like Alex the parrot, these birds are able to learn a few words and simple concepts. But once we teach these birds the words for different numbers, we are astounded by the fact that...

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What evolutionary pressures would lead to being skilled at counting and basic arithmetic?

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