5 of the World’s Most Intelligent Animals

From using tools to showcasing emotional intelligence, these five animals are among the world's smartest.

By Allison Futterman
Mar 4, 2022 2:00 PMMar 4, 2022 2:35 PM
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We all know how smart dogs are. They can be trained to detect drugs, explosives and cancer — in addition to serving people with a variety of physical and emotional challenges. Other animals that have have been noted for their intelligence include pigs and octopi. Here are five other animals considered among the world’s most intelligent.

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