The Tortoise Website

The Tortoise Website
Click on image to go to Author website. "THE RACE IS NOT TO THE SWIFT." Eccl. 9:11

Wednesday 15 November 2017

Few Examples Of Intelligent Sea Life Which Have Been Observed

By George Hall


Humans are considered the most intelligent animals in the whole world because of the different abilities they possess. They are capable of mental activities that other creatures cannot though there are some that researchers believe have more intelligence than what is initially believed. These are usually observed in the closest cousins of humans which are apes.

This information is based on what researchers found in their DNA being similar with humans and their behavior have similarities with people too. Although land animals are not the only ones with this intelligence because there are also intelligent sea life being observed by scientists. Knowing the extent of their capabilities is harder because of their underwater habitat that individuals cannot always visit.

Continuous modern technology development enables the sea creatures to be observed now that were impossible before. They can set up some surveillance devices and cameras to help in recording these creatures and their daily reactions, activities and habits. Others are capable of utilizing tools even like Tusk fishes that crack open the shell using rocks.

Another example is the octopus capable of solving advance problems, mimicking others, spreading cultural information and finding its way in a maze. Other types pick coconut halves even that were discarded by villagers and carry them and wait for prey by hiding underneath. Two shells usually are used to let them see through between the small opening.

Another example of sea creatures having intelligence are dolphins where they are seen with sponges worn on their noses while catching fishes at rocky areas. Doing so protects their nose when chasing their prey in those rocky environment to prevent it from injuries. Several captive dolphins were painted with markings on a body part they could not see for a test and they were found trying to see it in the mirror.

Researchers have also documented recently some dolphins helping fishermen during the fall seasons in a particular place. They heard schools of fish towards the local fishermen wading their nets in the water then they signal to the fishermen that the fishes are near by slapping the water. These actions that are cooperating with humans are described as advanced social learning.

Killer whales manifest their intelligence by cooperating in getting their prey like a sleeping seal on a floating ice. The whale who saw it first calls other whales and they line up with their tails towards the seal and beat it up and down to create waves. These waves will wash over the floating ice and would send the seal into the water for them to kill.

Whales are also known now for their elaborate communication and cultural exchange form aside from their intelligence. Male Humpback whales compose each year new mating songs with the popular ones gradually spreading to other parts. This cultural exchange involving the songs tend to happen within the ten years of observation period.

Knowing these intelligent creatures is fascinating particularly when observing them performing these activities. This knowledge may helps people care and understand them better. Preserve them by preserving their habitat.




About the Author:



No comments:

Post a Comment