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Post by Leland Palmer on Sept 20, 2015 9:43:47 GMT -6
The Eurasian Magpie is one of the most intelligent animals in the world. Its overall intelligence is estimated to be comparable to that of chimpanzees, orangutans and gorillas. The magpie is the only non-mammal that can pass the mirror test, and has been observed to engage in limited tool use and elaborate grieving rituals. In addition, magpies are very good at vocal mimicry; here's a video of a magpie imitating a baby's laugh. *out of character* Magpies are related to crows and all birds in that family (including jays, crows, ravens, magpies) are extremely intelligent. Ravens are a favorite because of how smart they are and they're fucking huge. I was a bird nerd when I was a kid so I was just nerding out. Sorries. *back into character* WE LIKE LIONS! FASCINATING CREATURES THEY ARE!
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