How intelligent are living beings?

[tigerluver]

This is one of the most fascinating topics. Animals do have moments of brilliance when the right rewards are to be got. 

I also agree that intelligence can't be defined in one way. I'd personally tell you parrots are probably the most intelligent pet we have, but their intelligence is quite narcissistic so dogs would appear to much more "functionally" intelligent as they'll sit and roll over for example with minimal training.

However, I do feel humans are well beyond all other species. Sure some apes have (allegedly) learned sign language and can use it well. As a whole animals can be taught things. However, inventiveness is very unique, but not exclusive (see different dolphin cultures and their innovative hunting methods) to humans.  

I'll browse my online libraries and see if I find anything interesting regarding the intelligence of species. Reply