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Bird Brains Challenge Mammals in Cognitive Evolution

5/12/2025

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Bird intelligence is proving to be more remarkable than previously thought, challenging the long-held belief that mammals reign supreme in cognitive evolution. Groundbreaking research by Harvey Karten uncovered striking similarities between bird and mammal brain circuits, prompting a fresh look at avian smarts and their unique evolutionary journey.

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Bird intelligence is proving to be more remarkable than previously thought, challenging the long-held belief that mammals reign supreme in cognitive evolution. Groundbreaking research by Harvey Karten uncovered striking similarities between bird and mammal brain circuits, prompting a fresh look at avian smarts and their unique evolutionary journey.