Will humans ever speak wolf? A scientist unravels the complexities of animal chatter
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The Language of Animals
This chapter examines the intricacies of animal communication, emphasizing the motivations behind it rather than its mechanics. It highlights the evolutionary perspective on social interactions among species, showcasing examples such as wolf howls and dolphin whistles while addressing the limitations of animal sounds compared to human language. Through anecdotes and visual representations, it delves into how different animals encode information and the historical fascination humanity has with understanding and connecting to the natural world.
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