People mistakenly believe that they are the most developed beings on Earth, not correlating the concept of higher intelligence with animals.
Of course, their computing and cognitive abilities are lower than in humans, but there are areas in which a certain animal has no equal. Cases of more rational behavior of some animals are recorded, unlike people in identical situations. We present to your attention a list of the most intelligent creatures on the planet.
1. Squids
Squids are considered the most sensible among invertebrates. Their brains are structurally different from other invertebrates of the inhabitants of the ocean, but are in part similar to the human brain. The eyes of squid on structure and functions are also very similar to human, and in some even surpass them. Like humans, squid is curious about their environment. They have the ability to learn new skills and develop opportunities for using surrounding objects, for example, for self-defense.
2. Spiders
Among the smallest inhabitants of the planet, spiders possess a fairly high level of intelligence relative to their size. Especially the spiders Porsche (Portia), which live in Africa, Asia and the forests of Australia. The fact that they use a variety of strategies in order to distract and then eat prey, confirms the existence of their intelligence.
3. Ants
Despite their tiny size, the ants endure natural disasters and all sorts of dangers. Ants live in families in nests, called anthills. Most often, you can observe huge clusters of ants building nests or getting food. The success of these insects in many habitats is due to their social organization, the ability to change the habitat and use a variety of resources, which is a confirmation of the presence of intelligence.
4. Baboons
Cognitive abilities of baboons are developed almost the same as in chimpanzees and orangutans. Their behavior resembles the human. Unlike other animals, baboons are able to identify stress and cope with it. These monkeys build an intricate system of intragroup relations, and also critically approach difficult problems and situations.
5. Sea lions
Studies have shown that sea lions are able to think logically and make identical conclusions: if a = b, and b = c, then a = c.
6. Orangutans
The intellect of orangutans is manifested in imitation of people. Primates succeeded in mastering such skills as sawing wooden boards or using a hammer and nails to connect parts. Orangutans perceive the environment more globally than other animals, so they are able to adapt to it more quickly.
7. Pigeons
There is a conditioned reason why a person used pigeons countless times, for example, on the battlefields - and this is their ability to orientate perfectly in space. Scientists have proved that pigeons remember not only locations, but also people.
8. Crows
Along with the pigeons, crows are one of the most intelligent birds in the world. They are able to solve complex problems and adapt to the conditions of the environment, the evidence can serve as the evidence that these birds extract food and other resources. No wonder they are called "feathered primates".
9. Sheep
It is believed that, in comparison with other animals, sheep have excellent memory, in some cases even better than in humans. Also, they feel when one of the relatives is lost. Moreover, they demonstrate a wide emotional spectrum and actively interact with the environment, which also confirms the presence of intelligence.
10. Raccoons
These animals are known for their ingenuity. Raccoons form a complex system of relationships in a group. To facilitate the process of food production (open the tank), use different tools.
11. Horses
Horses have always played a special role in human life, in addition to being used as sledges, they are well trained, have excellent memory and are able to quickly perform complex installations even in stressful situations.
12. Rhesus Macaque
There were recorded cases of suicidal tendencies, as well as carefully planned group attacks. It is safe to say that rhesus monkeys are very smart and resourceful.
13. Falcons
Skilful hunters, falcons were also used by people as "postmen" and "scouts". They have an amazing ability to execute teams and memorize territory.
14. Rats
Rats are one of the most intelligent animals. They have a unique long-term memory. They also easily adapt to changes in the environment.
15. Owls
A small exception to the list is the owls. All right, since ancient times, owls were considered smart birds, but can only because of prejudiced attitudes to their "wisdom"? Theoretically, they should not have been on this list, but we will not destroy the myth of these birds.
16. Cats
Those who have cats at home know how skillful they are. They are agile and have an incredible sensory. Cats succumb to training, but not as easily as dogs.
17. Proteins
Do not underestimate the protein and their mental abilities. "They can not get out of the way and avoid a collision with the car, what kind of mind can it be?" - you ask ... It's just that their brain is focused on the other - picking up food. But when it comes to storing provisions, the squirrels suffer a fiasco - they forget where exactly the secret caches are located. Soon the seeds stored by the proteins sprout and give life to new trees.
18. Elephants
Elephants have a very good memory and a flexible mind. They are even able to study the human language and show empathy.
19. Octopus
Octopus along with squid are the most intelligent of the mollusks. Many of them have the ability to mimicry and have excellent navigational abilities.
20. Dogs
It is believed that the mental abilities of dogs depend on the breed. In general, of course, all dogs are easily trained. Some breeds have special skills, for example, labradors, collies and poodles are so attentive that they notice the smallest changes around. Knowingly a dog is a very reasonable friend of a person.
21. Killer Whales
Killer whales are more known for their impressive size, but few think about their equally impressive mental abilities. Whales communicate and coordinate actions in the pack by means of a peculiar language, which consists of a special number and types of repeating sounds. It is interesting that each flock has its own language.
22. Parrots
Everyone knows the ability of parrots to onomatopoeia, but they also have an excellent memory, and like many on this list, they have analytical thinking.
23. Dolphins-bottlenose dolphins
Scientifically proven that dolphins are intelligent creatures. By its complexity, the dolphin's brain is by no means inferior to the human brain. Scientists have conducted a series of experiments proving that animals can exchange very complex messages, for example, a dolphin was given a task that his brother had to perform from a neighboring enclosure. Through the wall of the enclosure, one dolphin "spoke" to another setting. The tasks were constantly changing, but the dolphins never made a mistake.
24. Pigs
According to the research, a mature pig does not lag behind in development from a three-year-old child, is able to adapt to complex environmental situations, since it has the ability to easily absorb new skills.
25. Chimpanzee
In addition to external resemblance to chimpanzee people, they even think like people. They perfectly cope with the tasks assigned, use various items for the construction of tools. Some of the few animals that see themselves in the mirror understand that this is their own reflection.