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Top 10 Smartest Animals

Mac Montoya
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December 31, 2021
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The top 10 smartest animals in the world, a list worth reading.

Imagine you are someone who believes that humans are the smartest of all animals.

One day, I walk up to you and say “Oh yeah? Well, have you heard of these 10 animals?”

Chances are, you haven’t.

Your mind is now open to the idea of how smart other creatures can be.

This list highlights ten animals that are known for their intelligence.

1. Chimpanzees

black monkey on green tree during daytime

Chimpanzees are one of the smartest animals in the world, if not the smartest.

They are able to use tools, communicate with each other, and even solve problems.

2. Elephants

elephants standing on dried grass

Elephants are another highly intelligent species.

They are able to remember things for a long time by storing memories in their huge brains.

Elephants are also excellent at using tools, which they will use to pull up food that is out of reach or to swat away flies.

3. Bottlenose Dolphins

dolphin in body of water

Bottlenose dolphins are extremely intelligent animals.

They are able to communicate with each other and move around in teams.

Additionally, these dolphins are taught how to retrieve objects from a pool and bring them to their trainers by other dolphins.

4. Pigs

photo of pink pig

Pigs are some of the smartest animals in the world.

In 2002, a pig underwent training to play video games and use a joystick.

It was able solve mazes and remember where food was hidden.

Pigs are also very social animals and can learn how to do tricks.

5. Ravens

Ravens have been known to be one of the smartest animals in the world.

They are able to solve complex problems, remember things for a long time, and even use tools.

Ravens are also one of the most social animals and will teach their young different tricks.

6. Rhesus Macaque Monkeys

brown monkey

Rhesus monkeys are extremely innovative and smart animals.

They can solve problems very quickly and get themselves out of dangerous situations such as getting stuck in a trap or caged.

They use tools to help them find food and also communicate with each other.

7. Gorillas

black gorilla on green grass during daytime

Gorillas are considered to be one of the smartest animals in the animal kingdom.

They are able to learn sign language and understand complex commands.

Gorillas are also very social animals and can live in groups of up to 30 members.

8. Dogs

white and brown long coat large dog

Dogs are considered to be one of the smartest animals in the world.

They are able to understand a large number of words and commands.

Dogs are also very social animals and can form strong bonds with their owners.

9. Cats

orange tabby kitten in grasses

Cats are also one of the smartest animals in the world.

They are able to learn how to play fetch, as well as understand a large number of words and commands.

Cats are also very social animals and can form strong bonds with their owners.

10. Parrots

green and yellow bird on brown tree branch

Parrots are considered to be one of the smartest animals in the world.

They are able to understand a large number of words and commands.

Parrots are also very social animals and can form strong bonds with their owners.

They can even learn how to mimic human speech.

There you have it – the top 10 smartest animals in the world! These animals are incredibly intelligent and capable of doing amazing things. So the next time you see one of these animals, be sure to appreciate their intelligence!

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Mac Montoya

Mac is a writer who loves everything and anything creative under the sun. From anime to animals, he'll get giddy at the sight of perfect color combinations, goosebump-inducing scenes, and a long list of synonyms.
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