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Why pigs are smarter than you think
When most people hear the word pig, they imagine a muddy farm animal, rolling around lazy or just being a source of food.
But pigs are far more intellingent than their reputation.
Infact they are the far more smartest animals on earth, right up with dogs, dolphins, and even primates.
Studies show that pigs have long term memory.
They can recognize symbols, remember routes and even operate video games using joystics.
Pigs live in complex social groups and can recognize each other voice and appearance.
They even use different grunts and squeals to talk.
Pigs have passed the mirror test, recognize their own reflection which is a sign of advanced intelligence that not all animals achieve
They can figure out solutions very fast. they learn tricks quicker than dogs and adapt well to new eviroments.
Recognizing pigs intelligence changes how we see them.
They are not just farm animals, they are curious, emotional and highly capable beings.
Understanding them raises questions about how we treat them in farming, culture and everyday life.