Mirror Self-Recognition
The famous mark test, developed by Gordon, explores whether animals can recognize themselves in mirrors. Initially, chimpanzees reacted as if the mirror reflected another animal, but over time, they began using the mirror to inspect their bodies. When marked with dye, the chimps demonstrated self-awareness by touching the marks they could only see in the reflection. This fascinating exploration raises questions about which species truly understand their own image.In this clip
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Mirror, Mirror, On The Wall: Can Animals Recognize Their Reflection At All?
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