You may be familiar with the debate. Some biologists, anthropologists, and psychologists claim that several nonhuman animal species have culture. They point to two kinds of evidence to support their ...

In the early 20th century, scientists maintained that one of the fundamental differences between animals and humans is that we use tools and they don’t. This was challenged and overset in 1960 when ...

While the “smart” animal club has been steadily adding new members, the world’s whales can be considered among the founders. The roughly 50 million-year-old animal lineage shows evidence of their own ...

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Humpback whales might be a lot smarter than we first thought, scientists have found. These marine giants may create and wield their own tools, according to a new paper in the journal Royal Society ...

Intelligence isn't unique to humans — as the 15 amazing videos of animals solving problems in this article are about to show ...

Birds and wasps do it. So do octopuses, otters, polar bears and dolphins. A surprising number of animals use tools, and scientists say there are... Myth Busting: The Truth About Animals And Tools A ...

Lots of animals use tools. Most live on land, although a few aquatic species are equally resourceful. Octopuses use coconut shells as armour, for example, and some dolphins stick sponges on their ...

Dr. Will Gough skillfully deploys a suction-cup tag on a foraging humpback whale in Southeast Alaska. “Many animals use tools to help them find food,” explains Professor Lars Bejder, co-lead author of ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While the “smart” animal club has been steadily adding new ...