And also other primates. According to Oxford scientists would probably survive the highly intelligent octopuses that would continue to evolve and be the next organism to one day dominate the planet.
Professor Tim Coulson from the University of Oxford says their agility, curiosity, ability to communicate with each other and high intelligence mean they can create complex tools to build a vast, Atlantis-like civilization underwater. A although the octopus is unlikely to become a land creaturewas smart enough to develop methods to climb onto land and hunt there. Similar to how people fish in the sea.
“The octopus is one of the most intelligent, adaptable and resourceful creatures on Earth. Their ability to solve complex problems, manipulate objects, and even camouflage themselves with stunning precision suggests that, given the right environmental conditions, they could evolve into a civilized species after humans die out. Their decentralized nervous system and remarkable problem-solving skills make octopuses well-suited for an unpredictable world. These traits could allow them to adapt to a changing planet, especially in the absence of human influence,” said Professor Coulson in an interview with European magazine.
