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Why are humans such a unique species on earth—or are we? We often think our intelligence (or more scientifically “cognition”) is special. But what does “intelligence” really mean? Why are we so good at solving some problems and yet fail at others? And how can our own brain size matter when insects can use tools, navigate huge areas, maybe even use “language” although their brains are no bigger than a pinhead? Behavioral ecology can explain a lot about why animals act the way they do, and we will examine how this applies to our own lives, particularly with regard to cognitive skills. We will also discuss the pitfalls in trying to understand our own minds, and in understanding other minds, and we’ll review what is known and what is not understood about animal intelligence.

Registration Opens Online: Monday, August 12, 2019 at 8AM (AZ Time)