Scientists have discovered that cuttlefish can pass a version of the famous “marshmallow test,” showing surprising self-control by waiting up to two minutes for a preferred reward. Those that adapted quickly to changing cues were also the most patient, suggesting a link between learning flexibility and delayed gratification.
The findings highlight how intelligence can evolve in unexpected ways, even in animals without tools, food storage, or complex social systems.
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