Was Darwin Wrong? [Wild Animal and Human Friendship]

In summary, a man was seen hugging a young bear in a river, which some considered brave, but could also be seen as stupid if the mother bear was present. The conversation also touched on the topic of cuteness in young animals and how it may not always last into adulthood.
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yiberkit
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Does he failed to win a Darwin award ?. Try try again!

So as you can see in this video:


A Brave Man Hugs Young Bear Like His Son in the River...

There's a fine line between being brave and being stupid.. In this instance we call him brave. Had the mother bear been in sight, we'd all be calling him stupid.
 
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yiberkit said:
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There's a fine line between being brave and being stupid.. In this instance we call him brave. Had the mother bear been in sight, we'd all be calling him stupid.
Most of little young animals (humans included) are cute. Hardly anyone can still retain their cuteness after being more mature.
 
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Silicon Waffle said:
Most of little young animals (humans included) are cute. Hardly anyone can still retain their cuteness after being more mature.
Hey. I'm still cute :smile:
 
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phinds said:
Hey. I'm still cute :smile:
SW did qualify about being mature. :biggrin:
 
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yiberkit said:
Had the mother bear been in sight, we'd all be calling him stupid.

We'd all be standing around saying "Don't he look natural".
 
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DaveC426913 said:
SW did qualify about being mature. :biggrin:
Nor did I. Let's stick with the cute and not go off on tangents :smile:
 
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It can work out for awhile, but why take the risk

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Vanadium 50 said:
We'd all be standing around saying "Don't he look natural".
No, it would be a closed casket funeral for sure.
 

1. Was Darwin completely wrong about the theory of evolution?

No, Darwin's theory of evolution is still widely accepted by the scientific community. While some of his ideas have been refined and expanded upon, the core principles of natural selection and common descent remain the foundation of modern evolutionary theory.

2. Is it possible for wild animals and humans to form friendships?

Yes, it is possible for wild animals and humans to form friendships, but it is not very common. Wild animals typically view humans as potential threats and may become aggressive if they feel threatened. However, with proper training and socialization, some animals can learn to trust and form bonds with humans.

3. Are there any documented cases of wild animal and human friendships?

Yes, there have been several documented cases of wild animals and humans forming friendships. One famous example is the friendship between Jane Goodall and the chimpanzees she studied in Gombe National Park. Other examples include Kevin Richardson's relationships with lions, and the friendship between a diver and a wild seal in the Galapagos Islands.

4. Can these friendships have any impact on the evolution of the species?

No, these friendships do not have any impact on the evolution of the species. Evolution occurs over long periods of time through genetic changes and natural selection, not through short-term interactions between individuals.

5. How does human interaction with wild animals affect their behavior and survival?

Human interaction with wild animals can have both positive and negative effects on their behavior and survival. Positive interactions, such as proper training and socialization, can help build trust and improve the animal's well-being. Negative interactions, such as habitat destruction and poaching, can have detrimental effects on the animal's behavior and survival.

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