intelligence
Pigs: Interesting Facts
Although a pig is always associated with an unpleasant odor and dirt, it can easily get rid of all parasites. Their favorite mud baths contribute to this, so it is a fairly conscious process. In addition, a layer of dirt protects them from the sun's rays and keeps them cool.
Diana Dashkevich pigs pets pets facts animal facts Animals 6 December 2023
Some elephants can be smarter than others: A new study
Most people know that elephants are intelligent animals - they are social, they have lots of skills, and they have enormous brains. Meanwhile, scientists have discovered that some kinds of animals can be even smarter than that - how's that possible?
Kate Yakimchuk research Animals 27 November 2023
Roosters may be smarter than we thought: A new study
A team of researchers have conducted a study challenging the belief that chickens, specifically roosters, have limited cognitive abilities. The experiment utilized a modified "Mark Test," a common method for testing self-recognition, involving placing a colored mark on the rooster's head that it can only see in a mirror.
Kate Yakimchuk research cognition Animals 25 November 2023
Why AI won't replace you: Humans are still required
Lots of specialists these days are terrified by the idea that one day AI services can completely replace them. While modern Ai actually becomes better daily, it seems that it won't actually replace people in their jobs.
Kate Yakimchuk research work Psychology 19 November 2023
How cats understand your mood: Know more about your pets
Cats might not be as socially intelligent as dogs, but they can also understand their owners' mood and mental state well. The thing is, cats and dogs often pay attention to different details of your behavior to understand that something goes wrong.
Kate Yakimchuk pets cats mood Animals 18 November 2023
Interesting Facts: How much intelligence does a Dog have
The ability to understand human gestures may seem unremarkable, but it is a complex cognitive ability that is rare in the animal kingdom. Our closest relatives, chimpanzees, cannot do this. In addition, neither can dogs' closest relative, the wolf, according to a new Duke University study published July 12 in the journal Current Biology.
Diana Dashkevich pets dogs Animals 13 November 2023
Cows are actually smart: Nature is amazing
From many domestic animals, cows might be one of the smartest - their cognitive abilities are quite surprising! They can understand and remember quite a lot of things, and their social and parental behaviors are also amazing.
Kate Yakimchuk cows nature brain Animals 11 November 2023
Vocals play part in problem-solving: Studying on birds
New research looked at the European starling, which is known for its incredible singing. These birds are not just good at singing; they're also great problem solvers.
Kate Yakimchuk research birds Animals 5 November 2023
Horses are smarter than you think: Nature is amazing
Most people see horses as strong, fast, and beautiful animals, but they often overlook their intelligence. Meanwhile, horses can actually be quite smart - and it's no wonder!
Kate Yakimchuk horses nature Animals 23 October 2023
Mystery of infant's consciousness: A new study
Researchers have discovered evidence that suggests babies may have some form of conscious experience from birth, and possibly even late in pregnancy. This discovery has significant implications in the fields of medicine, ethics, and possibly law.
Kate Yakimchuk research babies Psychology 22 October 2023
Dogs' sense of humor: Learn more about your pets
Many dog owners are convinced that their pets have a sense of humor - but do they? For sure, dogs can't have a sense of humor similar to ours, but they can actually do funny things to make us laugh purposefully.
Kate Yakimchuk dogs pets Animals 18 October 2023
Babies imitate because we do the same: A new study on babies' development
A team of scientists conducted a study to learn more about how human brains develop. This study looked at how children learn from others, which is a big part of how humans have become successful over time.
Kate Yakimchuk research children development Psychology 9 October 2023
Substance abuse leads to intelligence disability: A new study
You might have noticed that correlation before, but now a study proves it - substance abuse decreases intelligence of your kids. Children whose parents have problems with substance abuse have a higher risk of intellectual disability, even if it's only the dad who has the problem.
Kate Yakimchuk research alcohol children parents Psychology 8 October 2023
Interesting Pet Facts: How Smart Are Cats
According to a study published in Scientific Reports, cats do respond to their name differently than to other words with similar sounding vowels, consonants and syllable lengths.
Diana Dashkevich pets cats pets facts Animals 25 September 2023
Interesting Facts: All about Dog Intelligence
Researchers from Germany have found compelling evidence that dogs have intelligence. Experts have found that these pets understand when a person does something intentionally or accidentally.
Diana Dashkevich pets dogs Animals 22 September 2023
Birds remembering people: Learn more about wildlife
Some birds are surprisingly smart, and they have amazing memory and cognitive skills. It helps them to do lots of amazing things, including remembering and recognizing people surprisingly well.
Kate Yakimchuk birds wildlife Animals 19 September 2023
How to make your kids smarter: A study shows that it's actually quite simple
Smarter people succeed in life - so we all want our children to be as smart as possible, right? Thinking skills are very important for learning and solving problems in everyday life.
Kate Yakimchuk research children tips Psychology 10 September 2023
Unusual abilities of dogs: Skills that make them perfect pet friends
Dogs are called "man's best friends" for plenty of reasons - they have an impressive list of abilities that help them communicate with people better. Being intelligent and social creatures, dogs know how to act and behave around people to help them, or just to get what they want.
Kate Yakimchuk pets dogs Animals 6 September 2023
Elephants are smart: Learn more about animal intelligence
Elephants are widely regarded as highly intelligent creatures due to their advanced cognitive abilities, complex behaviors, and remarkable social structures. They have plenty of interesting habits, and their social skills are also incredible.
Kate Yakimchuk nature Animals 24 August 2023
Why some dogs are way smarter than others: Learn more about your pets
Just like people, pets can be extremely intelligent, but also not as smart. The intelligence of dogs can vary widely due to a combination of genetic factors, breed characteristics, individual learning experiences, and environmental influences.
Kate Yakimchuk dogs pets Animals 15 August 2023