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Anatomical Misconceptions in Birds and Human Evolution
The chapter clarifies misconceptions about birds' leg anatomy, explaining the function of their hidden knee and ankle structure. It then shifts to discussing the evolutionary biology of human tails, exploring the lack of necessity for balancing in bipedal humans. The conversation extends to fears of dangerous animals like hippos, with insights into their unique characteristics and veterinary encounters.