Artificial general intelligence (AGI) is slated to be a universal animal language translator, thus you can speak with your favorite pet, such as a lovable dog. In today’s column, I explore a touted ...

When people think about intelligent animals, they usually imagine dogs that follow commands or cats that understand routines. But what if intelligence exists in animals you never thought about?

In the movie Hoppers, scientists “hop” human consciousness into animal-like robots to talk to other species. We asked the experts their thoughts on how conceivable the plot is. Some scientists believe ...

As humans, we like to think we invented intelligence, relying on education and experience to reinforce our confidence in what we know. But, wander through jungles, oceans, and skies, and you'll see ...

A cow named Veronika recently made headlines around the world, reportedly leaving scientists “stunned.” But Veronika was simply doing the same thing she’d done for years: scratching. Specifically, she ...

Have you ever watched an animal do something so familiar that it made you stop and stare? Maybe it was a dog looking guilty ...

Why does it make me so happy to think that other animals are intelligent and social like human beings? It's especially nice when they aren't known for having wars or some other less impressive human ...

If every creature gained human-level reasoning overnight, nature would turn into a battlefield of instincts mixed with logic. Some species might even form armies that could be used to manipulate or ...

The friendliest animals in the world have always fascinated humans because of their warmth, intelligence, and ability to form strong emotional connections. From the ocean’s playful dolphins to the ...