Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have discovered that apes, specifically bonobos, can use their imagination and engage in pretend play, challenging the belief that imagination is uniquely human. In experiments resembling a child's tea party, a bonobo named Kanzi demonstrated the ability to identify pretend objects, suggesting a cognitive potential similar to that of humans. This finding invites a reconsideration of what makes humans unique and highlights the rich mental lives of apes. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)