7. Elephants
Elephants also make the list of the most intelligent animals in the world. They are often known for their long-term memory, but they also have a complex social structure and are able to manipulate their surroundings to achieve their goal.
For example, Kandula, a male elephant being housed at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., showed experts the abilities of his species during a number of experiments. When taking a walk in his enclosure, Kandula decided that he wanted to reach the fruit the researchers had placed on a bamboo stalk (the position was strategically chosen so the fruit was out of reach of him).
To get to the treat, Kandula did something he had never done before: he moved a block under the tree and used it to reach his target. In other words, he manipulated his surroundings to achieve his goal, confirming elephants are some of the most intelligent animals on the planet.
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I was surprised that cats were not on the list
What about pigs?
Wonderful information. I saw ravens but not crows, I’m familiar with both birds
I loved this it was fascinating and fun to read. Thanks!!!
Cats are also intelligent . I’m a cat owner and see my cats activities , every day . I have them trained to a point .
all my birds had very long life, the all thought that the are human,all my birds talked.
some made there own lines. they have feelings and let you know it.
thank you
Ilan Milch
Humans are also animals. We tend to forget that in our arrogance!!!
Where were humans? 37th?
Notice HUMANS were NOT on the list!
My Dog just got diagnose with cancer and I can’t help her, am lost.
Maybe this elephant (don’t know if he’s wild or in captivity) observed & ‘remembered’ his caretaker using a box or a ladder to place the “target” in the tree.
The elephant must have been in captivity because, what’s a “block” doing in the jungle.
This example is pretty weak…
what about rats ?
My Book Willie Means Well – The Meal I talk of my dog King. Read of the things the dog did and I believe dogs deserve a higher Place! (sneak peak: I once had some whispered King had a “familiar Spirit!) Listen or read the book!! GOD BLESS!!!!