Avian Einsteins

The uncanny intelligence and emotion of smart birds—and how they're like humans
by John Marzluff, Ph.D. and Tony Angell

Brain Scanning Enables an Objective Look at Animal Emotions

By John M. Marzluff, Ph.D. on September 15, 2012 in Avian Einsteins

Ever wonder what’s going on inside the brain of a bird? A recent study reveals it’s not all that different from what is going on inside your own brain! Read More

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John Marzluff, Ph.D.

John Marzluff, Ph.D. is a professor of wildlife science at the University of Washington where he researches the behavior and conservation of birds, especially crows, ravens, and jays.

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