How an Asian elephant uses problem-solving to navigate life at the National Zoo
In short: Observe the remarkable cognitive abilities of Kandula, a young Asian elephant. This video follows his caretakers as they demonstrate his impressive intelligence and discuss the urgent threats facing his species.
The footage explores the problem-solving skills of Kandula, an Asian elephant born and raised at the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Beyond showcasing his individual intellect, the program highlights the broader crisis of his species, which faces extinction in the wild due to the loss of natural habitats.
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