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Archive Home > 2012 > June > 26 > Research turns to ape intellect

Research turns to ape intellect

As studies reveal surprising abilities, humans start to look less impressive

By Seth Borenstein / The Bulletin
June 26, 2012

WASHINGTON — The more we study animals, the less special we seem.

Baboons can distinguish between written words and gibberish. Monkeys seem to be able to do multiplication. Apes can delay instant gratification longer than a human child can. They plan ahead. They make war and peace. They show....

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