The voice of the natural world would be, "Could you please give us space and leave us alone to get along with our own lives and our own ways, because we actually know much better how to do it then when you start interfering."
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When I began in 1960, individuality wasn't an accepted thing to look for; it was about species-specific behaviour. But animal behaviour is not hard science. There's room for intuition.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Jane Goodall emphasizes the importance of individuality in animal behavior, highlighting that it involves a blend of science and intuition.
In this quote, Jane Goodall reflects on her early days of studying animal behavior, noting that the scientific community of the time often prioritized species-specific behaviors over individuality. She argues that understanding animals involves more than just hard science; it also requires an appreciation for intuition and the unique characteristics of each individual animal. This perspective encourages a more holistic view of animal behavior that acknowledges the complexity of their lived experiences.
Themes
IndividualityAnimal BehaviorIntuitionScienceNature
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about animal rights and the importance of recognizing individual animals.
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