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Thee or me... who is this I see?

This photo was taken during T maze test habituation sessions in which a chick was placed into a T maze and allowed to explore. The test was conducted to determine whether maternal-fed omega-3 fatty acids can successfully increase the cognitive ability of chickens. Chickens are socially motivated and cannot recognise themselves in a mirror. Therefore, mirrors work as great social rewards.
A biege chicken looking into a mirror at its reflection

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