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Source: The Independent
Elephants have passed a test of intelligence which scientists say has profound implications for our understanding of their mental capabilities.
They were found to be capable of performing a task that showed they have a level of self-understanding that is rare in the animal world and defeats humans until they are about two years old.
The scientists behind the study said animals capable of this kind of behaviour may also be better at empathising and be able to consider someone elses perspective.
And that could have implications for the way conflicts between humans and elephants should be handled in places where the two species are competing for land and resources.
Read more: http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/elephants-intelligence-test-pass-profound-implications-understanding-species-dolphins-great-apes-a7680566.html
Elephants have always been a favorite of mine.