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Abolishinist

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13. Do snails have IQs?
Fri Aug 1, 2025, 01:29 AM
Aug 1

Snails do not have IQs in the way that humans do, as IQ (Intelligence Quotient) is a measure designed specifically for human cognitive abilities. Snails are simple creatures with a different type of nervous system and brain structure compared to mammals.

They exhibit behaviors that suggest a level of learning and memory, such as navigating their environment and responding to stimuli, but these behaviors are not directly comparable to human intelligence. Researchers often study animal behavior and cognition in different ways, focusing on aspects like problem-solving, learning capacity, and adaptation rather than using IQ as a standard measure.

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