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Can animals do math in their own way?


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Can animals do math in their own way? Can they understand time, measure distance, calculate differences? To a certain degree, yes, some animals can do "math." Recent studies suggest that lions possess the ability to count, making strategic decisions based on numerical assessments. Researchers made this discovery by playing recordings of roars to wild lions, observing their reactions. When the number of recorded roars exceeded the number of lions in their own group, they hesitated. Instead of advancing or asserting their dominance, they often chose to stay put or even retreat. If the number of roars was roughly equal to or fewer than their own, they were more inclined to investigate or respond with their own roars. This fascinating behavior suggests that lions are not only aware of their own group size but are also able to compare it to that of a potential rival group—essentially performing a basic form of subtraction and comparative analysis.

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