Sep 25, 2024, 07:18 PM IST

8 animals with exceptional memory

Shweta Singh

Elephants have remarkable long-term memory, allowing them to remember locations of water sources, other elephants, and even humans they encountered years ago.

Elephants

Bottlenose dolphins can remember the unique whistles of their companions for over 20 years, showcasing their ability to maintain social bonds.

Dolphins

Crows possess impressive problem-solving skills and can remember human faces. They can hold grudges against people who have wronged them, recalling these interactions for years.

Crows

Research indicates that octopuses can remember tasks and navigate mazes, demonstrating strong spatial memory and learning capabilities.

Octopuses

Chimpanzees exhibit excellent memory in recalling where food is hidden and can remember patterns and sequences for extended periods.

Chimpanzees

Pigeons have shown the ability to remember hundreds of images and can recognize different human faces, making them skilled at navigation and identification.

Pigeons

Some ant species can remember the locations of their nests and food sources, as well as the paths they have taken to find them.

Ants

Contrary to the myth of their poor memory, goldfish can remember simple tasks for months and can recognize their owners and feeding schedules.

Goldfish