Animals That Have Passed the Mirror Test

08 JUN 2024

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Chimpanzees:

Among the first animals to pass the mirror test, demonstrating self-recognition by touching marks on their faces.

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Bonobos:

Similar to chimpanzees, bonobos have shown self-awareness in mirror tests.

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Orangutans:

These great apes have also demonstrated self-recognition abilities.

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Gorillas:

Some gorillas, like the famous Koko, have passed the mirror test, though results can be mixed.

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Bottlenose Dolphins:

These highly intelligent marine mammals have shown self-awareness in front of mirrors.

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Asian Elephants:

Elephants have passed the mirror test, recognizing themselves and investigating marks on their bodies.

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European Magpies:

One of the few non-mammalian species to pass the mirror test, demonstrating self-recognition.

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African Grey Parrots:

Known for their intelligence, some African Grey Parrots have shown signs of self-awareness in mirrors.

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Cleaner Wrasses:

This fish species has recently been added to the list, showing behaviors indicative of self-recognition.

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Rhesus Macaques:

Though typically not passing the mirror test, some individuals have shown self-recognition under certain conditions.