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A fascinating look at the mind of our cousins; how we differ, and what we have in common.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/apegenius/
[watch online]
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/apegenius/
[watch online]
Ivan Seeking said:A fascinating look at the mind of our cousins; how we differ, and what we have in common.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/apegenius/
[watch online]
SW VandeCarr said:A great production, but typical of much of the fine work shown on PBS.
I was particularly interested in the way chimps can learn some human language and use tools, but fail at some tasks that dogs can perform. This tends to support the idea that "intelligence" is a multi-faceted thing that probably only exists in the eyes of those who try to measure it as a global entity.
"Ape Genius - Nova online" is a documentary produced by PBS Nova, exploring the intelligence and cognitive abilities of apes.
The main focus of "Ape Genius - Nova online" is to showcase the remarkable intelligence of apes, and how they are able to solve complex problems and communicate with humans.
The documentary features various examples of ape intelligence, such as using tools, understanding and performing tasks, and even learning sign language.
Studying ape intelligence can provide valuable insights into the evolution of human intelligence and behavior. It also challenges the notion that humans are the only species capable of complex thought and problem-solving.
Some critics argue that the documentary anthropomorphizes apes and oversimplifies their behavior and abilities. Others question the validity of certain experiments and methods used to measure ape intelligence.