From strategic hunters to master problem solvers, intelligence in the wild is more impressive than you might think. In this A ...

The global search for the most intelligent animals has become one of science’s most captivating pursuits. From jungles to oceans to treetops, researchers are continually discovering surprising new ...

If you’re planning a whimsical animal burglary, you’ll definitely want a raccoon anchoring your squad. In a bizarre 1908 study by ethologist H.B. David, raccoons were able to pick complex locks in ...

If you have a pet, they might appear pretty switched on – fetching sticks, solving food puzzles, or remembering the names of their favourite toys. However, there are some animal Einsteins, whose ...

As humans, we like to think we invented intelligence, relying on education and experience to reinforce our confidence in what we know. But, wander through jungles, oceans, and skies, and you'll see ...

A study measuring chimpanzee intelligence found that differences in cognitive performance are heritable, meaning a chimp’s intelligence is largely determined by its genes. The post A Most Intelligent ...