Cognition

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Two beluga whales, Natasha and Maris, engaging with their reflections in a mirror underwater, demonstrating advanced cognitive abilities and self-awareness.

Beluga whales Natasha and Maris pass the mirror test

Natasha, a beluga whale, clapped her jaws and peered into her own mouth in a mirror, a behavior once deemed exclusive to a select few highly intelligent species.

Dr. Evelyn Reed·May 24, 2026