Animals That Recognize Their Reflections
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Summary
These animals can recognize themselves in a mirror:
- Elephant
- Dolphin
- Chimpanzee
- Magpie
- Gorilla
- Bonobo
- Orangutan
- Orca
There are lots more animals that react to mirrors without really recognizing themselves. Pigs can use a mirror to find hidden food. Pigeons can pass the test but have to be trained. Capuchin monkeys, Rhesus macaques and some birds of prey also show certain reactions.
- Table of Contents:
- 1. Introduction
- 2. All About the Mirror Test
- 3. Elephant
- 4. Dolphin
- 5. Chimpanzee
- 6. Magpie
- 7. Gorilla
- 8. Bonobo
- 9. Orangutan
- 10. Orca
