The bond with a true dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth will ever be.
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In nature we find not only that which is expedient, but also everything which is not so inexpedient as to endanger the existence of the species.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the balance of nature, highlighting both beneficial and neutral aspects that preserve species existence.
In this quote, Konrad Lorenz suggests that nature operates in a way that not only facilitates survival through advantageous traits but also maintains various elements that may not be strictly beneficial. These elements are important in ensuring the species' continued existence, indicating that nature's complexity includes both helpful and neutral aspects that contribute to ecological balance.
Themes
NatureSpeciesExistenceBiologyEcology
In practice
Example use cases
In a nature documentary highlighting the balance of ecosystems.
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