Among my most favorite scientists and engineers are those who explore how animals solve certain problems as valuable sources of information regarding the solution to similar problems in the human world. That science now looks to the animal kingdom for not only solutions, but also energy-efficient adjustments to improve existing human technology pleases me greatly. This podcast considers one such contribution by the lowly firefly.
Another firefly factoid is related to the bioluminescent bacteria that give them their light which caused me to meander a bit about hatching chicks. If similar synchronization occurred in human activity, such as in a flashmob for example, would we perceive this as a sign of higher intelligence? Somehow I think we would.
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