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The drawings above were drawn by Molly. And no, Molly is not a 5 year-old girl, but a 54 year-old orangutang held in captivity in Tama Zoological Park in Tokyo, Japan. Molly was not forced to draw, but she drew because she herself wanted to. She made 1299 drawings in 5 years. While other orangutangs…
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In equine veterinary medicine, acute abdomen (colic) is a commonly encountered condition that can be a major concern for horse owners. Depending on the underlying cause, the severity of gastrointestinal colic can range from harmless to life-threatening. While most horses can be medically treated for colic, around 4% to 10% of horses require surgery. Traditionally,…
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The Osa Peninsula located in southern Pacific Costa Rica, known for its rich biodiversity, plays a crucial role in providing essential nesting grounds for four out of the seven globally endangered marine turtle species: the vulnerable Olive Ridley, the vulnerable Leatherback, the endangered Green turtle, and the critically endangered Hawksbill. The endangerment of these turtles…
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The primary factors contributing to dolphin endangerment revolve around two key elements: climate change and human activities. In recent decades, overfishing has notably diminished the availability of prey for dolphins. However, the impact of fishing extends beyond the indirect consequence of reducing food sources. Dolphins frequently become entangled in fishing nets, resulting in their unintentional…
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Spoken language has a few important components. First, there is the ability to adjust how we talk based on what we hear, which is called vocal production learning. Then, there’s the syntactical composition (structure) of our sentences and the semantic reference (meaning) we convey when we speak. The speech itself actually requires precise control over…
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Human understanding of animal communication is limited, as animals often use methods beyond our sensory perception. AI, however, offers a pathway to discover the intricacies of this communication. This site was created to share intriguing scientific discoveries in the realm of animal communication, aiming to highlight the intelligence and sentience of animals. The goal is to promote a more compassionate treatment of the animals with whom we share our world.
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