This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American I like video games (I will rip up some ...

Pigs are extremely interesting animals. They're able to solve challenging problems, they love to play, they display a wide range of emotions, and they have unique individual personalities. Until now, ...

Growing up in Iowa, where there are more pigs than people, I developed an affection for these smart, curious, and complex animals. I was recently reminded of the appeal of pigs after talking to a ...