Fruit-loving lemurs score higher on spatial memory tests

Food-finding tests in five lemur species show fruit-eaters may have better spatial memory than lemurs with a more varied diet. The results support the idea that relying on foods that are seasonally available and far-flung gives a competitive edge to individuals with certain cognitive abilities — such as remembering where the goodies are.

Fuente : http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2014-02/du-…