Animals that can recognize themselves in mirrors


Did you know that some animal exhibits the ability to recognize themselves when put in front of a mirror?

Most animals are unable to recognize themselves in the mirror and only few have passed the mirror test. Aside from Humans — Bottlenose Dolphins, Orcas, Elephants and European Magpiesare are among of the creatures that posses this behavior.

The amazing piece of footage above from National Geographic illustrates the self-awareness of apes.

This monkey got surprised after seeing his image for the first time.


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