FOXSYLVANIA

–It is perhaps bias that generally causes us to think that only mammalian species display intelligence and evidence of learned behavior.   Certain invertebrates also display intelligence…

…for example, an octopus named Frieda at the Munich Zoo has learned to open jars with her tentacles, joining a small but elite group of mollusks that have also mastered this task.  Frieda can even discern between empty jars and those which contain her favorite snacks, such as shrimp, clams, and crabs. To accomplish this task, Frieda positions her entire body over the lid of a wide-mouthed jar and grasps the sides with her tentacles.  With a full-body twist, she wrenches the lid off!

Who knows, we may someday may see invertebrates like Early and Rusty on Squidbillies…will they drive cars, buy guns, and run for the school board?

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