what exactly do pigs do that demonstrates their intelligence?

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I have always read about the amazing intelligence of pigs. But what do they do that amazes people? Because they roll in mud? Why is that special? I love animals and believe in their intelligence. But what makes pigs special?

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They can pass a mirror test. The mirror test is a test of self awareness, whether they can conceptualize themselves in the abstract.

You put a dot on a toddler’s forehead and show them a mirror. They may not be able to identify that this is an image of them, that the dot on the forehead of the toddler in the image is actually on them, they may not try to wipe it off.

Pigs, ravens, chimps, elephants, dolphins etc. can pass a mirror test.

Edit: googled for more info after posting. They can’t pass a mirror test. They can use mirrors to find food but they can’t use mirrors to understand themselves.

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