Squirrels remember problem-solving techniques two years on

Squirrels, with their nut-burying habits and uncanny knack of finding them later, are known for their ability to recall important details. But scientists have discovered a new squirrel trait they see as a different kind of memory skill, an ability to remember problem-solving techniques from almost two years earlier.

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Category: Biology

Tags:

• Animals
• Memory
• University of Exeter

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