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Wednesday, November 15, 2017

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By George Hall


Humans are considered the most intelligent animals in the whole world because of the different abilities they possess. They are capable of mental activities that other creatures cannot though there are some that researchers believe have more intelligence than what is initially believed. These are usually observed in the closest cousins of humans which are apes.

This information is based on what researchers found in their DNA being similar with humans and their behavior have similarities with people too. Although land animals are not the only ones with this intelligence because there are also intelligent sea life being observed by scientists. Knowing the extent of their capabilities is harder because of their underwater habitat that individuals cannot always visit.

Continuous modern technology development enables the sea creatures to be observed now that were impossible before. They can set up some surveillance devices and cameras to help in recording these creatures and their daily reactions, activities and habits. Others are capable of utilizing tools even like Tusk fishes that crack open the shell using rocks.

Octopus is another examples which is able to mimic others, find its way at a maze, spread cultural information and solve advance problems. Other types also pick coconut halves that are discarded by villagers, carry them and hide underneath while waiting for the prey. Two shells typically are used in letting them see between its small opening through.

Dolphins are another sea creatures considered to have intelligence and are known to wear sponges on their nose when catching fishes in rocks. Doing this helps protect their nose against the rocks when searching and chasing their prey in that environment. Some captive dolphins were tested by painting marks somewhere they cannot see and the animals tried to see the markings in the mirror just like humans do.

Researchers have documented recently also some dolphins helping a fishing expedition happening in a certain place during fall seasons. They heard the schools of fish to the local fishermen who had their nets wading in water and they slap the water to signal the fishermen that fishes are coming. These actions described as an advanced social learning.

Killer whales manifest their intelligence by cooperating in getting their prey like a sleeping seal on a floating ice. The whale who saw it first calls other whales and they line up with their tails towards the seal and beat it up and down to create waves. These waves will wash over the floating ice and would send the seal into the water for them to kill.

Whales are also known now for their elaborate communication and cultural exchange form aside from their intelligence. Male Humpback whales compose each year new mating songs with the popular ones gradually spreading to other parts. This cultural exchange involving the songs tend to happen within the ten years of observation period.

Knowing these intelligent creatures is fascinating particularly when observing them performing these activities. This knowledge may helps people care and understand them better. Preserve them by preserving their habitat.




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