Utterly Confused News: Bonobos Can Distinguish Between Honest Mistakes And Intentional Deception

[sunlit7]

Seems we have a new tool in deciding who gets picked as a candidate in our primary elections:

One of the most surprising revelations from the study is that bonobos appear to understand when someone is genuinely ignorant versus when they are misleading others. Scientists found that these apes responded differently when a human mistakenly chose the wrong option versus when they intentionally deceived them. This suggests a deeper level of social cognition than previously assumed.

This ability is significant because it requires an animal to evaluate not just knowledge but intent. Recognizing when someone is purposefully misleading versus simply uninformed is a key component of advanced intelligence. While humans rely on language to navigate these social situations, bonobos seem to achieve similar results through observation and behavior assessment, demonstrating a level of cognitive complexity that continues to challenge our understanding of animal minds.

Their abilities are stunning, and every president should be required to have a couple hanging around the oval office, lol.

Scientists Discover Apes Can Recognize Ignorance In Humans

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[por500bolos]

People are constantly looking at the behavior of others and coming up with ideas about what might be going on in their heads. Now, a new study of bonobos adds to evidence that they might do the same thing.

What a coincidence, just a few days ago I read an article that says that Bonobos also know what we don't know. Maybe we should meet and mingle with the Bonobos way more often.

[sunlit7]

I am all for it. Hell, lets put them in charge of the dooms day clock, at least when they run for cover, we'll all know to hit the deck!