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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Vishwam Sankaran

Antarctic penguins recognise themselves in mirror, hinting they belong to small list of self-aware animals

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Some Antarctic penguins can recognise themselves in the mirror, according to a new study that suggests these birds may belong to a small list of animals known to be self-aware.

Until now, studies have shown that a few mammals, including the great apes, bottlenose dolphins, and elephants, as well as some birds such as pigeons, Indian house crows, and magpies have self-awareness.

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