Bird Brain -
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Long mocked as empty-headed, birds hide surprisingly acute intelligence. But just how smart are they? As scientists test avian aptitude with brainteasers, discover how the genius of birds is leading us to rethink our basic notions of intelligence.

Episode Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 4420

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