1. Minds of their Own.
- Author
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Morell, Virginia and Holland, Jennifer S.
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ANIMAL behavior , *ANIMAL cognition , *CRITICAL thinking , *ANIMAL social behavior - Abstract
The article focuses on the cognitive processes of animals. Attention is paid to scientist Irene Pepperberg's study of an African Gray Parrot and the notion that animals can think. Signs of higher order mental abilities are mentioned, including good memory, understanding grammar and symbols, self-awareness, and creativity, which have been documented in animals. Attention is paid to behavioral ecologist Alex Kacelnik, researcher Nicky Clayton, and deceptive behavior in animals.
- Published
- 2008