10 of the World’s Smartest Animals

Octopuses

10. Octopuses

The mischievous eight-limbed creatures of the sea, Octopuses can do much more than altering its shape to fit in small spaces.

They are known to unscrew jar lids and open latches on boxes to grab the food inside.

In an attempt to escape, they climb out of aquarium tanks and even try to throw rocks to smash the walls.

A member of their species gathers coconut shells to create its own shelter.

Besides, it narrows the den entrance with the use of stones and even broken bottle bottles. 

Remember Paul the Octopus, the one could accurately predict football match winners? It’s another example of how smartly octopus can distinguish shapes and patterns.

Conclusion

The facts about these animals are undoubtedly fascinating. 

However, it also needs to be noted that they are often held in captivity like zoos due to their smartness. 

Like every other being, these animals too deserve the utmost right to flourish in their natural habitat. We must direct our efforts to protect these animals and take a step closer to preserving the environment.