A new study has shown that octopuses are capable of using mirror reflections to locate prey outside their field of vision—something previously thought possible only for mammals and birds. The experiment confirmed the advanced cognitive abilities of these cephalopod mollusks.
A new study has shown that gut bacteria from primates with large brains can activate genes in rodents related to energy supply and cognitive functions, which may have played a role in the evolution of intelligence.
An international study has uncovered genetic parallels between dog behavior and human psychological traits. Genes that influence aggression and learning ability in dogs are linked in humans to intelligence, depression, and schizophrenia. These findings could help deepen our understanding of mental disorders and lead to new approaches in animal behavior correction.