Have people evolved much? We humans possess remarkable powers. We can walk, run, swim, and even fly (if we hold a boarding pass).Othercreaturesaren’t so adaptable.
Fish can swim, but walk poorly. Birds can fly, but often misjudge altitude, and end up as hood ornaments.
Somesnakescansqueeze you to death…but who wants an affectionate reptile? Bears possess power, but hibernate all winter, andmisssomegreatparties.
Rabbitsmultiplyquickly, but can’t understand other math. Amoebas divide, but separate from their better halves.
Beavers build constantly, but live a dam hard life. Wild pigs are unpredictable, and can boar you sensele Turtles appear gentle, but rarely come out of their shells.
However, animals can learn by trial-and-error.
Scientists discovered that many beasts can master complicated tricks if rewarded with food. I also love to be rewarded with food, and have personally masteredmanycomplicated recipes.
Over the centuries, folks have survived with intellect, ingenuity, and improvisation.
And when cornered – unlike animals–somefolkscan talk their way out of trouble. That’s a skill I have not yet mastered.