Researchers have discovered that chimpanzees living in Gombe Stream National Park in Tanzania employ a degree of engineering when making their tools, deliberately choosing plants that provide materials that produce more flexible tools for termite fishing.
I thought you said apes were smart.
Well, he was smart enough to convince a critical majority of Americans to elect him POTUS. I know it’s not a high bar these days, but it’s still more smarts than the average member of the animal kingdom.
Also, note that I’m talking about smart, not intelligent. There’s a difference.
Helpful and insightful clarification, darkly humorous as well. Thanks.