Charles H. Turner

Charles H. Turner was an influential American scientist who studied animal behavior and cognition, especially in insects. He was one of the first researchers to show that insects, like bees and ants, can learn, remember, and recognize complex patterns and scents. His work helped demonstrate that insects have perceptual and learning abilities similar to mammals, challenging earlier beliefs that such intelligence was unique to higher animals. Turner’s research contributed significantly to our understanding of insect intelligence and sensory perception, paving the way for future studies in neuroscience and animal behavior.