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5 PLAYFUL ANIMALS THAT CAN LAUGH 

Published By Moushumi Mahanta | 2 Apr, 2025

Laughter was once believed to be an exclusively human trait, but scientists have discovered this rare yet genuine behavior among certain animals. 

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Here Are 5 Animals That Can Laugh: 

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Kea Parrot

Native to New Zealand’s South Island, these parrots have demonstrated a distinctive warbling sound when happy, especially during play. 

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Dolphin

During playful interactions, dolphins produce a unique series of pulses combined with a whistle expressing pleasure. 

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Chimpanzee

Chimpanzees express joy in the most recognisable ways: laughing during play, roughhousing, or tickling.

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Elephant

These massive animals with advanced emotional intelligence and playful natures often exhibit laughter when engaging in friendly jostling or playful tricks with one another.  

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Dog

Dogs exhibit joy through rhythmic panting with bursts of varying frequencies, often resembling laughter. They also wag their tails or display a "happy face" that closely resembles a human smile.

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