Do Animals (That Aren’t Us) Procrastinate?

The video explores the concept of procrastination in animals, starting with the fable of the ant and grasshopper. It defines procrastination as delaying a task to face a worse version later. Studies on pigeons and rats are discussed, showing mixed evidence of procrastination-like behavior. Pigeons delay unpleasant tasks, while rats show impulsiveness. The video concludes that while not all animals procrastinate like humans, some share similar behaviors, offering insights into survival strategies and human behavior.

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