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In the marketplace of ideas that is the internet, I am simply another merchant trying to peddle my wares. I could give you my credentials but in cyberspace credentials are really not important, are they? Admittedly, I am not really a misanthrope, though I do have a lot of contempt for humanity in general. But, I cannot lie and say I feel nothing for humans, because deep down I am pulling for the entire species to succeed; to do the right thing; to evolve. I suppose it is the constant disappointment that has led me to post my thoughts, opinions, feelings, and sociological theories. I invite your comments, arguments, and personal experiences...

11/12/09

Ants are Pretty Cool

Some researchers found that certain types of ants express "rescue" behavior when one of their nestmates are in danger. They simulated a collapsed tunnel, while secretly tying an ant with a nylon thread to prevent it from moving. Another ant frantically dug the ant out, and rather than simply pull at the trapped cousin's legs or head, it proceeded to work on the thread to free it. The same response was not elicited with non-kin (something pretty standard in the animal kingdom).
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