…but they check each other out.
…but they say goodbye.
After three month old elephant Lola passed away during preparations for a medical procedure to fix a heart defect, members of her herd at the zoo somberly came and paid respects before walking away.
…but they use the facilities.
Emil the parrot shows off how it has learned to use the toilet.
…but they appreciate the little things.
[via Cute Overload]
…but they manage not to bump into each other.
Today’s clip showcases the amazing ability of large groups of starlings to fly together in tight (and beautiful!) formations, without a single bird crashing into its neighbor.
(note: the action starts about 25 seconds into the clip.)
…but they know how to get ready for dinner.
Bella the dog has a rare disorder that affects her esophagus and necessitates her eating in an upright position so that she doesn’t choke. In today’s clip, she shows how she has happily learned her mealtime routine.
…but they play the shell game.
…but they remember abstract relationships for years.
In today’s clip, researchers from Duke University show that lemurs have the ability to learn concepts such as counting, and can effectively make comparisons. They are also able to remember the order in which they are shown images, even after time periods of over two years after initial learning.
…but they snowboard for fun.
In today’s clip, a crow repeatedly slides down a rooftop on its own makeshift snowboard.
(Thanks, Jason!)
…but they enjoy slapstick.
While the sound may be fake, the intention sure seems real.
