10. Portia Labiata Jumping Spider
This species is a member of the genus Portia definitely spiders and smallest creatures in the list. Also known as the White-whiskered Portia, they inhabit the critical areas and secondary forests in Africa, Asia, and Australia. These spiders have demonstrated learning abilities in laboratory tests and the bug has been labeled the smartest in the world. They perform surprisingly well on a variety of problem-solving tasks. One of their principle skills of luring other spiders webs to their food. To do this they will pluck rhythm in the corner of the web to mimic the trapped bug or insect intruders. If Portia has encountered this type of spider before, it will remember what rhythm pattern used to achieve success. Labiata that Portia has a great eye and have been seen using extraordinary instinctive behavior. The spider who planned to use trial-and-error approach to hunting and cognitive showed a strong base. When the prey comes and goes, the spider will sit and wait for hours to have the right moment to attack. Next, plan ahead and understanding that will eventually eat again. This spider has also shown signs of selective attention by identifying specific objects and prey over others.
9. Rat
There are hundreds of species of rat in the world. The mouse is one of the most studied and tested animals on the planet. They have been the subject of research and experiments for various well-known and influential physiological studies. The reason for this is that mice, like human psychology AOS and they are great for experimental comparisons. All rats learned new behaviors and tricks very easily. A 2007 study found that mice have metacognition, a mental ability previously only been documented in humans and some primates. Mice have a remarkable sense of smell and hearing. They have been trained to detect landmines and bombs. Research and latest technology has been suggested that mice could even smell and identify human sputum samples infected with TB. These animals are incredible maze solving. Rats are social animals and show signs of remorse, joy, loss, and stress. They dream in a very similar way as humans. They also demonstrate exceptional organizational and technical maintenance. Just remember, mice are intelligent and friendly creatures so do not put fear them. I included this funny rat clip.
8. Ravens & Crows
They have bundled these two together because they are both members of the family Corvidae birds. This family is widely regarded as the most intelligent of all birds. Peak crow IQ scale, which is a scientific test to determine the intelligence of birds. They can count, distinguish complex shapes, and perform observational learning tasks. Crows are very social creatures and will be involved in the air to form a jousting sequence power. Wild hooded crows in Israel have learned to use bread crumbs as bait fish, think in advance and anticipate the catch. The New Caledonian Crow has been highly studied for its ability to use these tools every day in search of food. This includes creating a knife that cut the leaves and stems of grasses. They also use advanced plucking, smoothing and bending of twigs and grass stems to produce a variety of food substances. Raven like a crow, but larger size. Both species are black and the main difference is in their vocalizations. Ravens do a lot of the same behavior as crows, but they have been recognized for their ability to drop the beans, clams, muscles, and oysters on the highway, waiting for cars to run them over, and then collect the prize.
7. Border Collie
Border Collie is widely regarded as the most intelligent dog breed in the world. They usually spend their time tending sheep and cattle handling various forms, but also make a great pet. With physical exercise and various forms of mental stimulation this dog is the fastest to learn. The breed originated in Scotland, Welsh, and English border and the dogs make an immediate impact on the agricultural industry. It has been established that in certain areas Australian Outback a trained collie will do five times the amount of work that can manage people. Border Collie dominates dog sports above all breeds. They excel in the high jump, utility courses, fly-ball, and can even take first place in dog dancing competitions. They have an extraordinary sense of smell and is widely regarded as sniffer dogs are great. They can be trained as drug dogs or in search and rescue as well. This dog obviously will recognize you as an individual personality, they will learn your routine, anticipate what will happen next, and find a way to get what they want.
6. North Pacific Giant Octopus
These creatures lived in the depths of the sea. They are a family owned and cephalopods molluscs class. All types of cephalopods are known to have exceptional intellectual ability. Octopus is considered the most intelligent invertebrate life. In experimental conditions these animals have shown short and long term memory. They have an extraordinary observation learning and problem solving ability. Octopus nervous system has a very large, but only partially found in their brains. About two-thirds of octopus, neurons ao can be found on the rope around and the arm. There arms have a very large autonomy. They are masters of mimicry and camouflage. They are professional escape artist and can often be found in the hull crabs, eat the catch. This animal is very keen eyesight, sense of touch, and very fast. There are reports from the North Pacific Giant Octopus reaching 600 pounds, with a range of hands 30 feet. They do not put a pet or make a great zoo attractions. In a recent story, an octopus flooded the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium by turning the valve and let the hundreds of gallons of water to overflow the tank.
5. African Grey Parrot
African Grey Parrot is a species of parrot found in West and Central African rainforest. Parrots have long been able to show that they can imitate human speech, but the African Grey can associate words with meaning and form small sentences. This bird communicate with each other through songs, calls, and body language. African Grey's can easily be trained to have conversations and activities. They managed to imitate, create voices and sounds perfect household. One specific example of Alex birds. Alex can identify more than fifty objects, seven colors, five shapes, and a numeric value to six. He understands the difference between big and small, above and below, and even show emotion understanding by telling handlers "to go away" when becoming bored with testing. Then there's the story about the African Grey Parrot Nagarey, Japan lost by the owner, wounded, and sent to the animal hospital. While in hospital the bird began to speak with the vet says "I'm Mr. Yosuke Nakamura." She also provides a complete home address to the last number. Pretty sure he was right and returned home, but not before entertaining the hospital with song and dance.
4. Elephant
There are three living species of elephants, African elephant, African forest elephant and the Asian elephant. All the offspring is expected to inherit the same genetic genius. In many cultures the elephant is seen as a symbol of wisdom and are known for their incredible memories. They create a mental map and is said to remember the exact location of water holes and feeding them was not visited for years. Elephant brain is the largest of all land animals. Elephants have exceptional hearing and they use their ears and trunk to listen. They communicate with the bellows, roars, like a trumpet call, and can even send voice remotely using the land. This animal was one of the few species that has shown mirror self-recognition and can identify themselves as independent. It is considered a test basis empathy, altruism and higher social interactions within a species. Elephants have been recorded doing various behaviors. Including actions associated with grief, making music, love, play, and use of advanced tools. Elephants have extraordinary taste for artistic achievement. They can paint portraits that express themselves. Check out this amazing video of elephants painting three-dimensional drawing other elephants.
3. Rhesus monkeys
Besides humans, monkeys genus is the most extensive in the world. Rhesus monkeys are known for intelligence and because it has been used widely in biology and medical research. This beast has a remarkable memory, ability to learn, and make your own decisions. They use facial expressions very similar and understood by humans. Rhesus Monkey's have demonstrated suicidal tendencies, planning attacks, and highly complex social animals. They have a detailed system of shared vocal similarities to human communication. Research on the genome sequencing of the Rhesus Monkey was completed in 2007, making it the second non-human primate to do this. This suggests that humans and apes share 93% of their genetic DNA. Humans and apes chromosome mosaic each other. Monkey species, along with many others, have been used to lure the monkey throughout history. This is a roman style fight between monkeys and other exotic animals. Monkey's performed admirably in this competition, winning with intelligence. This gave rise to the legend of Jacco Macacco, a celebrated monkey gladiator. With the techniques and incredible precision he usually sends his opponent in three minutes or less.
2. Dolphins Bottle
Families cetacean, consisting of dolphins and whales considered the most intelligent animals that inhabit the oceans. Bottle dolphin live in warm waters worldwide and is the most intelligent species of dolphins. It has a very large brain and the cerebral cortex and the frontal lobe is 40% larger then humans. The cerebral cortex is the part of the brain responsible for social communications, abstract information processing, problem solving, and higher lever intelligence. Dolphins bottle very easily trained. They have been found to have the ability to reason, plan, solve problems, think abstractly, comprehend ideas, and learn from previous experiences. They use echolocation to hunt prey, and certain forms of squeaks and whistles to communicate with one another. It is also interesting to see that in many occasions this dolphin show remorse for other species and are aware of the signs. In a story recently, the local dolphin named Moko saved two Pygmy sperm whales stranded in New Zealand. Pope had been stranded for hours when Moko appeared and led the pair through the bars of sand for safety. It was a beautiful sight for locals and become national news.
1. Common Simpanse
It can be found in the tropical forests and wet savannas of West and Central Africa. Chimpanzee's learn, perform organizational thinking tasks, and have a better memory then any other animal. They have been known to beat the college educated in the memory test. They can be taught to use computers to solve numerical problems. These animals can quickly adapt and perform sign language to communicate with humans. Chimpanzees have been observed using advanced knowledge tools. This includes creating a spear to take animals out of small holes in trees, using branches to lure and catch prey, using stones to crack open nuts, and leaf sponges to absorb water. They have seen an attack using tactical maneuvers, such as flanking prey. They often use mental manipulation within their families. The Chimpanzee Genome Project was completed in 2005. This shows that chimpanzees share 98% genetically the same DNA as humans. It is approximately four to six million years since humans and chimpanzees that deviate from their common evolutionary ancestor. More recently, chimpanzees have been seen teaching sign language to their babies without human intervention. We are just beginning to understand the chimpanzees true mental capabilities.
