animal communication
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Own Two Cats? Scientists Need Your Help
Feline lovers with furry families can now put their communication skills to the test. Scientists in California are hoping to recruit volunteers who own exactly two cats for their experiment, which will primarily involve just watching some cat videos. The hope is that this research will reveal how well the typical owner can interpret cat-to-cat…
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Koko The Gorilla, Famous For Learning Sign Language, Has Died
Koko, arguably the world’s most famous gorilla, has died at the age of 46. Known for her ability to communicate through sign language, Koko forever changed our conceptions of primate intelligence and emotional capacities.
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Horses Can Use Symbols To Communicate Their Desires
By using a message board with three icons, scientists have shown that horses can use symbolic language to convey their preferences. They now join an elite group of animals that exhibit communications once thought exclusive to humans. Others in the group include primates, dolphins and pigeons.
