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Non-human Animals and Referential Communication with Syntax
Exploring how certain birds exhibit compositional syntax in their referential communication by combining specific sounds to create signals, researchers delve into the use of gestures in non-human communication. From emphasizing points to indicating specific actions and meanings, animals like ravens, fish, dogs, elephants, and chimps are observed using various forms of gestures in their interactions, with implications for understanding social cognition and evolution of communication.
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