From social connections to work and survival, memory is one of the brain's most fascinating and complex functions.
Animals aren't all that different from us when it comes to certain types of memories. In fact, some even outperform humans in
short-term visual memory or
spatial awareness. Some animals can recall things with great precision, and in this gallery, we bring you the most surprising examples.
Curious? Click through the gallery to discover the animals that have better memories than humans.