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Mirror, Mirror, On The Wall: Can Animals Recognize Their Reflection At All?

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Exploring Self-Recognition in Animals Through the Mirror Test

This chapter delves into the mark test developed by Gordon Gallup to assess self-recognition in animals, particularly chimpanzees. It highlights a pivotal study where chimps marked with dye reveal their ability to recognize themselves, enhancing our understanding of animal intelligence.

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