Crows, often confused with their larger cousins, the ravens, have long been celebrated for their intelligence within the corvid family. Recent research has shed new light on the remarkable cognitive abilities of these feathered creatures, revealing their capacity for statistical inference. Statistical inference, in simple terms, is the process of making decisions based on … [Read more...] about For First Time, Crows Have Been Found To Use Statistical Inference To Make Decisions
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Dog kept on chain his whole life gets to see ocean for the first time ever – catches rescuer off guard with his reaction
The broad impression of certain dog breeds seems to change over the years depending on what’s ‘trendy’. Take for example German Shepherds, who were once viewed by large swathes of people as dangerous and unpredictable due to their size and fearsome appearance. That’s no longer the case now, for the most part, since many of us are aware they’re perfect companions if trained … [Read more...] about Dog kept on chain his whole life gets to see ocean for the first time ever – catches rescuer off guard with his reaction
93-year-old woman spends her time crafting dog beds for shelter animals — thank you
Shelter animals need all the love they can get, and it’s always inspiring to see the creative and unique ways people use their talents to help these animals. Like one senior woman, who spends her spare time crafting cozy dog beds for animal shelters. Joan Potters is a 93-year-old woman from San Antonio. Like many seniors, she’s taken up crafts as a hobby, but her … [Read more...] about 93-year-old woman spends her time crafting dog beds for shelter animals — thank you
Orangutan mom, thought to be infertile, gives birth and is captured on camera for the first time
As humans we can only marvel at the animal kingdom and appreciate what a privilege it is when we are granted any glimpse into this special world. At Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, a mom orangutan was captured on camera giving birth and then brought her baby to the staff to show her off in a truly magical moment. The moment was witnessed at the Jersey-based … [Read more...] about Orangutan mom, thought to be infertile, gives birth and is captured on camera for the first time
Dog paralyzed in hit-and-run wags his tail for the first time after being adopted
It’s always nice to see a dog wagging their tail — it’s usually their way of showing that they’re happy and content. But when a dog named Ward wagged his tail recently, it was a truly miraculous sign of just how far he’s come. In February, the McKamey Animal Center, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, announced that they had taken in a 6-year-old dog who had been found laying under … [Read more...] about Dog paralyzed in hit-and-run wags his tail for the first time after being adopted