Spider Cognition: How Tiny Brains Do Mighty Things

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An in-depth look at spider cognition, how they filter information, and how they do seemingly brilliant things with only a handful of neurons. To explore the mysteries of spider brains, I interviewed Dr. Ximena Nelson and Dr. Massimo de Agro, who have both studied spider cognition. I discuss spider eyes, spiders' numerical ability, navigation, and recognition of living things - among other topics. take a trip inside a spider's mind! All cited research is listed in the pinned comment. Thanks to @TheWildlifeBrothers for the Golden Silk Orb Weaver footage - go check out their channel! https://www.youtube.com/@TheWildlifeBrothers Thanks to @BugsandBiology (Jackson Nugent) for the Portia footage - check out his channel! https://www.youtube.com/@BugsandBiology Unless otherwise credited, all photos and footage are my own. Get your Less Wronger is More Better t-shirt at the Spiders in Your House Shopify store! https://spidersinyourhouse.myshopify.com Support me on Patreon (and get exclusive content)! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=86046992 Follow me on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/travismcener... Want to learn how to identify LOTS of spiders? Check out Sarah Rose's "Spiders of North America", the first book I reach for when identifying spiders (I earn a small commission if you purchase through these links). If purchasing from the United States: https://amzn.to/3OGznzN If purchasing from Canada: https://amzn.to/44Wz5dR