Why You Don't Really Know the Size of a Walrus

The video explores how our brains often misjudge the size of animals due to various cognitive biases. It highlights that walruses are much larger than polar bears, contrary to common belief. Factors like motion, threat perception, and memory can distort our size estimations. Studies show that moving objects appear larger, and fear can make animals seem bigger. Memory inaccuracies also contribute to these misconceptions. Overall, the video emphasizes the blurred line between perception and cognition.

What is the size comparison between walruses and polar bears according to the text?

How do our brains influence our perception of animal sizes?

What factors can affect how we estimate the size of animals?

How does the movement of an animal affect our perception of its size?

Explain the concept of attentional bias in relation to animal size perception.

What did the 2000 study reveal about memory and size estimation?

Discuss the implications of cognitive biases on our understanding of animal sizes.