Dolphins have long captured our imaginations with their playful behavior, acrobatic leaps, and eerie, high-pitched chatter. But behind their oceanic charm lies something even more fascinating: ...

Everyone loves dolphins. They're adorable, playful and super-intelligent, often called the geniuses of the ocean. But recently some researchers have begun to question that last notion. When it comes ...

Whales and dolphins are some of the smartest animals on Earth – and when it comes to hunting prey, they are particularly ...

It’s a fascinating question that intrigues millions of pet owners, animal lovers, veterinarians and scientists all over the world: Just how smart are animals? Scientists once believed a brain with ...

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