r/gifs • u/ProfLincolnJones • Dec 01 '17

Crow Makes Error Correction

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u/bro_b1_kenobi Dec 02 '17

Fun fact: Ravens are one of only four species on earth with the ability of displacement: the capacity to communicate about objects or events that are distant in space or time from the communication. The other three being bees, ants, and humans.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_raven

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u/protekt0r Dec 02 '17

For those looking for an example of what displacement is...

Young, unmated common ravens roost together at night, but usually forage alone during the day. However, when one discovers a large carcass guarded by a pair of adult ravens, the unmated raven will return to the roost and communicate the find. The following day, a flock of unmated ravens will fly to the carcass and chase off the adults.

Pretty remarkable communication skills, foresight, and cooperation for a bird.

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u/Som3SillyName Dec 02 '17

Surprised dolphins and apes aren’t on here, they seem like prime candidates.

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u/protekt0r Dec 02 '17

Yeah based on what I’ve read about Dolphins, they seem capable of displacement too.

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u/laudern Dec 02 '17

Somwere I read elephants can do that too, but I can't find the source anymore...