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

Animal intelligence takes many forms and often defies human expectations. Some species solve problems, communicate complex ...

Measuring animal intelligence is tricky. As humans, we can only compare the smarts of other creatures with our own — an inherently biased benchmark. "Asking which species is smarter is like asking if ...

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 ...

Penguins are fascinating creatures, not just because of their physical characteristics. They’re amazing at creating mental maps, can recognize each other’s calls, and hunt in a coordinated way.

Pigs are fascinating animals. Science shows they can solve challenging problems, love to play, display wide-ranging emotions, and have unique personalities. In short, they are both intelligent and ...

The humble dog has been adapting and evolving alongside humanity since before we learned agriculture and how to make our own tools. This long history means dogs are incredible at human-canine ...

Bruce the kea is missing his upper beak, giving the olive green parrot a look of perpetual surprise. But scientists are the astonished ones. The typical kea (Nestor notabilis) sports a long, sharp ...

In this week's "It's Debatable" segment, Rick Rosen and Charles Moster debate on the question: Are intelligent animals entitled to Constitutional protections? Rosen retired as a professor from the ...

Measuring animal intelligence is tricky. As humans, we can only compare the smarts of other creatures with our own — an inherently biased benchmark. "Asking which species is smarter is like asking if ...