Crossword clue
“Insect that has reportedly passed the "mirror test" of self-recognition”
This clue appeared as 50-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ANTLetters3
Starts withA
Ends withT
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Insect that has reportedly passed the "mirror test" of self-recognition” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 3, 2026 as 50-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Insect that has reportedly passed the "mirror test" of self-recognition” clue?+
The answer is ANT (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 3, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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