Ability Quote by Marge Piercy
“We may be losing the ability to understand animals who are not pets or horses. We have less contact with them. We don't (most of us) tend to know even cows and pigs, let alone bears or wolverines or red tailed hawks.”
About This Quote
The statement warns that modern humans are losing the ability to understand non-domestic animals due to reduced direct contact.
In simple terms: We know less about wild animals.
Key Takeaway
Seek more interaction with wildlife.
Themes
environment
animal welfare
human-animal relations
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
advocacy
educational
When to use this quote
- urban living
- education
- conservation work
- media representation
- policy making
Key Concepts
anthropology
ecology
ethology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster empathy for animals we rarely meet?
- What role can virtual experiences play in education?
A Different Perspective
Some argue technology can substitute for direct experience.
