Expanding Our Understanding of the World
By exploring the sensory worlds of animals, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the complexity and interconnectedness of life on Earth. Yong encourages us to cultivate a sense of wonder and curiosity about the natural world. He argues that by understanding how other animals perceive their surroundings, we can expand our own understanding of the world and our place within it.
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