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Crows including ravens and crows, have been observed to possess remarkable cognitive abilities, often comparable to those of primates. While earlier studies may have overestimated their intelligence due to anthropomorphism, recent research has demonstrated their sophisticated tool use, memory, and self-control. One notable example is their ability to use tools, such as twigs, to accomplish tasks, and even manufacture hooks by shaping bendable materials. Additionally, crows have shown impressive facial recognition abilities, remembering human faces for over two years. A recent study compared the self-control of New Caledonian crows to that of 3- to 5-year-old children, finding that while both could delay gratification, the children outperformed the crows in a more challenging condition. These findings highlight the intelligence of crows but also emphasize the importance of considering our biased perspective when evaluating animal cognition. If tested on areas where crows excel, humans may not fare as well. Overall, crows continue to impress with their cognitive abilities, encouraging us to reevaluate our understanding of intelligence and its manifestation in different species. #Crows #Ravens #AnimalIntelligence #CognitiveAbility #FacialRecognition #SelfControl #DelayedGratification #AnimalCognition #IntelligenceInNature #BirdsAndBrains #WildlifeIntelligence #CleverCrows

Monarchs That Are Monarchs Vol. 1 Explorations of serfs on animals with butterfly wings incorporated. I was strongly influenced to try this idea based on Jakob Schweighardt's banner. I thought it was so cool! 😁 I used --s 300 and in doing so, I got mixed results. I'm in agreement with Meg Ball's discoveries, that the lower s numbers get better results that you expected without extra artifacts showing up that need removing, more often then not. #midjournyai #AIgroup #aicc #digitaldesign #creativity #ARTGEN #childrensbookillustrations #womenintech #womeningraphicdesign Created using MidJourney v.6  cleaned up in Photoshop       

🤔How Does the Psoas Influence Horse and Rider Posture? 👓At first glance, horses and humans are two very different animals, but if you look at us from an anatomical perspective, we are actually very similar. 🦴🩻Our arms are made up of the same bones as the horse’s front legs (with the exception of the collarbone), we both have seven vertebrae in our neck and our skeletons are moved by muscles located at the same place with the same function. 🏇🐎One of the muscles that is absolutely key in the movement of both horse and rider, is the psoas muscle, located deep in our center. The psoas connects the back, pelvis and legs and is our quintessential core muscle. 👉Learn more about this (https://lnkd.in/gHmMwRSv) and other essential topics when you become part of our community. #horseposture #riderposture #wholehorsewholerider #onlineeducation #evidence #research #equitopia

Meet the Tiny but Mighty Peacock Spider! Did you know that the Maratus speciosus, also known as the peacock spider, is a force to be reckoned with despite its tiny size? Here are some fun facts about this incredible arachnid: Here are almost 10 fun facts about Maratus speciosus, the peacock spider: 1. Rainbow-colored bodies: Males have vibrant, iridescent colors, including blues, greens, and reds. 2. Impressive dancers: Males perform complex courtship dances to attract females. 3. Tiny but mighty: Peacock spiders are only about 5-6 millimeters in length. 4. Super jumpers: They can leap up to 10 centimeters (4 inches), 40 times their own body length! 5. UV vision: They can see ultraviolet light, which helps them detect reflective surfaces. 6. Non-venomous: Peacock spiders are harmless to humans, with only mild venom for insect prey. 7. Australian natives: Maratus speciosus are found in eastern Australia, particularly in New South Wales and Queensland. 8. Active during the day: Unlike most spiders, peacock spiders are diurnal, meaning they're active during the day. 9. Males have a short lifespan: After mating, males typically die, while females can live for several months. #PeacockSpider #MaratusSpeciosus #TinyButMighty #Arachnid #Nature #Wildlife #FunFacts

Crows Can Count Up To 4!

More than heritability 🎶 It is easy to get obsessed with heritabilities when you start working in breeding and genetics. The idea that a fraction of that variability we are observing can be explained by pedigree (or family structure or clonal differences or whatever) is appealing. It gives us an idea of control: there is a whiff of causality in our work. If the trait I care about is heritable THEN I can successfully breed for it. However, we need to remember that it is a fraction of the variability we care about. If there is little variability, there is little room to select farther to the right of the distribution for the trait. A typical example in trees would be stem diameter vs basic wood density. The heritability for density is, on average, around 0.6, while for diameter is 0.2 in a lucky day. However, the within-site coefficient of variation for density is about 8% but over 20% for diameter. Much more room to move in diameter. Nothing groundbreaking, particularly if you have been working for a while. Just a handy reminder if you’re a newbie in breeding things. #breeding #treebreeding #teaching Gratuitous earworm: In my head, “more than heritability” sounds like the famous “more than a feeling”.

Can Parrotlets Talk? Myth or Reality Parrotlets count the smallest members in parrot family. They are most eminent for their vibrant colors, playful personalities, and impressive intelligence. While larger parrot species like African Greys and Amazons are renowned for their exceptional talking abilities. But, the question remains: can parrotlets talk; and how to develop the skill of human speech in them? #parrotlife #parrotlove #parrotchallenge #parrot #parrotcare #parrotdiet #parrothealth https://lnkd.in/gSrhuG62

The first four weeks can be considered as our investment to establish early flock uniformity and as well early development of skeletal frame of the birds.. The are four major factors that we need to watch for on the first four weeks. Watch the video to learn about how to achieve early flock uniformity. https://lnkd.in/gFEzGNtt

Looking forward to sharing tips and tricks on how to save the meniscus. #savethemeniscus #arthroscopy #sportsmedicine #surgicalinnovation #medicaleducation #surgicalpearls

Whisking in Animals: A Fascinating Behavior Revealed! Did you know that animals have a unique behavior called whisking? 🐾🌟 Learn about the captivating world of facial whiskers and how they contribute to locomotion, exploration, and sensory perception. 🐭🦘 Discover the secrets behind the coordination of whisking movements with the head and body, and how animals use their vibrissae to detect and investigate stimuli. 🕵️♀️🔍 Uncover the intriguing ways whisking aids in object discrimination and spatial navigation. 🌎✨ 👉 Read more about Whisking in Animals: https://lnkd.in/gDsZ5KMa #WhiskingBehavior #AnimalWhiskers #SensoryPerception #AnimalNavigation