Ape

For a long time, the natural world was viewed purely through the lens of "survival of the fittest"—a ruthless, every-man-for-himself battle. But studying great apes has completely flipped that script.

: Gorilla and chimpanzee mothers have been observed carrying and cradling their deceased infants for days, showing visible signs of depression and mourning. For a long time, the natural world was

: To have a sense of humor or to successfully trick someone, you need a "theory of mind"—the understanding that others have different thoughts than you do. Apes regularly practice tactical deception, like pretending they didn't see a hidden pile of fruit so other apes won't steal it. 🪞 3. Self-Awareness: The Mark of Intelligence For a long time