In this episode I talk with evolutionary and behavioral biologist Kay Holekamp talks about her fascinating research on spotted hyenas that has shed light on the evolution of intelligence. By studying the behaviors of hyena social groups in Kenya, Professor Holekamp and her students have revealed the remarkable cognitive capabilities of these animals. Their work has provided valuable insight into how the brain evolved complex social skills to enable flourishing in harsh environments. For further details and pictures of the hyenas visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZDs7n9j-KE Her publications can be found at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=kay+holekamp&sort=date&size=200
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