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From the Vault: The Queerness of Nature, with Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian

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Queerness in Nature: Eels and Beyond

This chapter explores the unique intersex characteristics of the American eel and its migratory journey, linking historical research and conservation efforts. It delves into the endosymbiotic theory and its implications for understanding complex life, while connecting these ideas to queer ecology. The discussion also highlights other non-binary organisms, like the cassowary, challenging traditional gender norms and addressing biases in scientific observation.

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