We access different information about animals every day. While cats, dogs, birds and other species have different characteristics, the latest research reveals another truth about the intelligence of cats.
A new study by Japanese experts reveals important information about how domestic cats get to know each other. In a study of 48 cats, it was concluded that cats can recognize each other by name.
Cats can recognize each other by their names
Scientists conducted the study on 48 cats and came to a conclusion by addressing the analyzes here. In the aforementioned study, it was observed how cats reacted when a cat’s name and another unrelated name were said.
In this study, researchers showed a photo of one cat to another cat. However, when addressed by name, the cats’ reaction was different. The discovery made by Kyoto University and other institutions shows that cats can recognize each other by name.
Experts took 29 of them from outside cafes and 19 of them from home among 48 cats. In the study showing the individual abilities of cats; It was noted that he looked at the monitor more when the wrong name was said. Experts evaluated this situation as the effect of violation of expectations of house cats. This study also proved that domestic cats learn names by observing interactions between humans.
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