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Animal IQ

Otters: Cute, Playful, Geniuses?

We know animals are intelligent, but what we don’t know is how to compare the intelligence of one animal to another. Our Animal IQ Rubric helps us measure five domains of intelligence to finally answer the question: how smart are Earth’s animals?

Otters: Cute, Playful, Geniuses?

Season 1 Episode 6 | 8m 22s | CC

Otters are some of the most beloved creatures in the water. They draw crowds for their puppy-like playfulness, their social intelligence, and their tendency to hold hands for safety. Humans just can’t get enough! But have you thought about the intellect underneath that slick, furry exterior? We called Christy Sterling from Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium to find out!

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