Different animal sensory, short and long term memories?

In summary, there has been research done on animal long and short term memories, which suggests that different brain parts are responsible for explicit and implicit memories. Based on this information, it can be hypothesized that species without explicit memory parts of the brain may not have explicit memory. Further research is needed to determine if animals have short term vs sensory memory.
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Is there any research that was done on animal long and short term memories?

And short of empirical analysis, if there is none, is there much we could conclude, based purely on what we know about their brains?

For example, from knowing which brain parts deal with explicit and which with implicit memories, perhaps we can know if certain species don't have explicit memory parts of the brain, they probably wouldn't have at the least explicit memory.

And then further, whether the memory is short term versus just sensory memory?

Any thoughts appreciated!
 
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1. What are the different types of animal sensory memories?

There are three main types of sensory memories in animals: iconic memory (visual), echoic memory (auditory), and haptic memory (touch). These memories are short-lived and only last for a few seconds.

2. How do animals form short term memories?

Short term memories in animals are formed through a process called working memory. This involves the temporary storage and manipulation of information in the brain, and typically lasts for a few minutes.

3. What is the difference between short term and long term memories in animals?

Short term memories are temporary and last for a few minutes, while long term memories can last for weeks, months, or even years. Long term memories are formed through a process called consolidation, where information is transferred from short term to long term memory.

4. Can animals have episodic memories like humans?

Episodic memories, which involve the recollection of specific events, have been observed in some animals such as primates and dolphins. However, the extent to which animals can form and recall episodic memories is still a topic of debate among scientists.

5. How do animals use their memories to adapt to their environment?

Animals use their memories to learn from past experiences and adapt to their environment. For example, they may remember where they found food in the past and return to that location, or they may remember a predator's warning call and avoid that area in the future.

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